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New York's ACA Tax Credit Use and Essential Plan Financing Under Scrutiny

An analysis of New York's minimal reliance on ACA tax credits due to the Essential Plan, the impact of enhanced subsidies, and upcoming federal policy changes affecting state health coverage financing.

Medicaid Funding and ACA Subsidy Talks Impact Insurance Markets in 2025

In 2025, U.S. negotiations over Medicaid funding cuts and ACA tax subsidy extensions could reshape health insurance access and costs, affecting millions and insurance markets nationwide.

New Federal Law Cuts Medicaid and ACA Marketplace Coverage, Tightens Eligibility

New federal legislation introduces significant cuts to Medicaid and ACA marketplace subsidies, tightens eligibility requirements, and may reduce coverage for millions by 2034.

Expiration of Enhanced ACA Subsidies Threatens Coverage and Raises Federal Spending Debate

The potential expiration of enhanced ACA subsidies at the end of 2024 could lead to significant premium increases and coverage losses, intensifying debates on federal healthcare spending and insurance affordability.

UnitedHealth to Exit Medicare Advantage Plans in 16 Counties Amid Cost and Reimbursement Challenges

UnitedHealth will stop offering Medicare Advantage plans in 16 U.S. counties by 2026 due to CMS funding cuts and rising healthcare costs, impacting 180,000 members and shifting focus to sustainable care models.

Medicare Telehealth Waivers Expire, Impacting Access and Hospital-at-Home Programs

Medicare telehealth waivers and hospital-at-home programs expired on Sept. 30, risking reduced access to telehealth services for Medicare patients and operational pauses in hospital-at-home programs. Stakeholders call for permanent regulatory solutions.

Federal Government Shutdown Looms: Impact on Healthcare and Insurance Sectors

The impending U.S. federal government shutdown threatens major disruptions in healthcare funding, federal employee furloughs, and regulatory delays impacting insurers and providers. Key agencies like HHS and FDA face operational challenges amid budget impasses.

Senator Welch Urges Bipartisan Action to Protect ACA Tax Credits and Avoid Shutdown

Senator Peter Welch calls for bipartisan cooperation to extend ACA tax credits and prevent a government shutdown that threatens affordable healthcare for millions.

Medicare Telehealth Flexibilities Face Expiration Amid Congressional Funding Deadlock

Key Medicare telehealth flexibilities are set to expire September 30, 2025, amid stalled Congressional funding talks, risking rollback of virtual care policies and reimbursement.

Solange De Lahongrais Named President of Puerto Rico Medicaid and Medicare Advantage Association

Solange De Lahongrais appointed as president of Puerto Rico Medicaid and Medicare Advantage Products Association, focusing on federal funding parity and program sustainability ahead of Medicaid funding expiration in 2027.