Tag: Healthcare Policy

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans Advocates for Eliminating Affordable Care Act

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans calls for eliminating Obamacare amid federal spending cuts debate, facing criticism over Medicaid cuts and healthcare access in rural areas.

Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Enhance Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Access for Seniors

The Increasing Medication Access for Seniors Act of 2025 proposes interest-free monthly payments for costly Medicare prescriptions, improving affordability and transparency in the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.

UCLA Study Explores Healthcare Market Power and Public Option Impact

UCLA Luskin research investigates healthcare market consolidation effects and public option insurance's role in reducing costs and improving affordability in the U.S. health sector.

CMS Proposes Cancelling Rule on Unused Medicare Advantage Supplemental Benefits Alerts

CMS proposes to cancel the rule requiring Medicare Advantage plans to notify beneficiaries of unused supplemental benefits amid low utilization and administrative challenges.

Medicare Open Enrollment 2025: Key Changes to Prescription Drug Coverage and Costs for 2026

Medicare open enrollment runs through Dec. 7, 2025. Learn about key 2026 changes in Medicare Advantage and Part D plans, prescription drug costs, premium adjustments, and cost-saving programs.

ACA Tax Credit Expiration Raises Healthcare Cost Concerns Amid GOP Inaction

House Republicans face criticism for lack of action on ACA tax credit expiration, which threatens to increase healthcare costs for millions. No clear extension plan in sight amid upcoming deadlines.

US Congress Advances Healthcare Legislation; FDA Launches Agentic AI; CMS Updates Payments

Overview of US Congressional healthcare legislation, FDA's AI modernization, CMS payment reforms, and key trade agreements influencing the insurance landscape in 2025.

GAO Identifies Persistent Fraud Risks in ACA Premium Tax Credit Program

The GAO's latest findings reveal ongoing fraud risks in the ACA's advance premium tax credit program, highlighting vulnerabilities in enrollment controls and CMS fraud management strategies.

ACA Subsidy Expiration Sparks Congressional Deadlock Ahead of 2025

Congress faces a critical deadline as ACA subsidies near expiration, risking coverage loss for millions. Legislative hurdles and partisan divisions complicate efforts to extend subsidies before 2025.

Affordable Care Act's Impact on U.S. Healthcare Costs and Coverage

Explore the Affordable Care Act's effects on healthcare affordability, coverage expansion, and the ongoing debate over its role in U.S. health insurance costs and market dynamics.