The pending domestic policy bill proposes significant Medicare payment cuts, expanded HSA contributions post-Medicare enrollment, rural hospital classifications, and tightened eligibility rules, impacting coverage and payment structures.

House Republicans pass budget bill enacting largest Medicaid cuts in U.S. history, adding tax breaks for the wealthy and increased immigration enforcement funding. Impact on healthcare premiums and federal deficit noted.

CMS excludes obesity drugs from 2026 Medicare coverage, citing cost concerns; Eli Lilly criticizes the decision impacting obesity management treatments.

FDA refocuses COVID vaccine approvals on high-risk groups with new evidence requirements. Medicare fraud case results in sentencing for $3.2M scheme. Lower-income countries increase self-funded vaccine investments. Bipartisan prior authorization reform bill returns in Congress.

ASTRO backs bipartisan legislation to reform Medicare Advantage prior authorization, aiming to reduce cancer treatment delays and improve care outcomes.

Bipartisan legislation aims to cap Medicare coinsurance costs for services at ambulatory surgical centers, promoting cost-effective healthcare and reducing patient expenses.

Analysis of the feasibility, costs, and political dynamics of implementing universal Medicare in the U.S., focusing on insurance costs, coverage expansion, and potential tax structures.

New Jersey's Medicaid program faces a $3.6 billion loss in federal funding under GOP legislation proposing major cuts, work requirements, and reduced ACA subsidies, impacting coverage and costs statewide.

House Freedom Caucus challenges Republican leadership on Medicaid payment cuts and deficit spending in major domestic agenda bill, affecting GOP unity and legislative timing.

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz emphasizes protecting Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, targeting fraud, waste, and abuse, and promoting healthy living initiatives under new CMS leadership.