Trump Administration Open to Medicare Changes If Senate Finds Fraud
The Trump administration signals readiness to revise Medicare if Senate uncovers fraud, while denying plans for cuts. Medicaid cuts remain a focal budget concern amid Senate review.
New Bill Proposes 14,000 Medicare Residency Slots to Address Physician Shortage
The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 seeks to add 14,000 Medicare-funded residency slots over seven years to combat the growing U.S. physician shortage, with a focus on rural and underserved communities.
Medicare Underpayment Intensifies U.S. Physician Shortage, Impacting Care Access
Medicare's underpayment to physicians is accelerating the U.S. doctor shortage and threatening healthcare access. Proposed payment reforms aim to realign Medicare reimbursement with practice costs and value-based care.
Medicaid Work Requirements and Funding Priorities Shape Coverage and Policy
Explore how Medicaid work requirements and federal funding incentives influence coverage priorities and policy reforms, with implications for vulnerable populations and state programs.
Republicans Confirm Plans to Cut Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirms Republican plans to cut Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid amid federal budget reform efforts impacting millions of Americans' access to healthcare and benefits.
Proposed Bill Could Raise NY Health Insurance Premiums by 38% and Cut Coverage
New York faces significant health insurance premium hikes and coverage losses from proposed federal legislation eliminating enhanced tax credits and cutting healthcare funding.
Pfizer Engages with U.S. Government on Drug Pricing Policy Discussions
Pfizer and other pharmaceutical firms have discussed most-favored-nation drug pricing with the U.S. government, highlighting potential impacts on insurance and payer strategies.
Medicaid Cuts and Medicare Fraud Pose Risks to U.S. Military Families and Vulnerable Populations
Medicaid funding cuts threaten military families and vulnerable populations; fraud in Medicare costs billions annually. Missouri invests in tornado recovery amid budget debates.
Bill Proposes Physician-Led Prior Authorization to Reduce Care Delays
The Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025 aims to ensure physicians make prior authorization decisions under Medicare, addressing care delays caused by non-medical reviews and insurer denials.
Medicaid Expansion Under ACA Boosts Dental Visits for Foreign-Born Without Raising Costs
Study finds ACA Medicaid expansion increases dental visits among foreign-born U.S. residents, controlling costs. Key insights for healthcare policy and Medicaid dental benefits.