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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.

US House Budget Proposal Threatens Connecticut Medicaid and ACA Coverage

The US House budget bill proposes Medicaid cuts and ACA work requirements that could cause 140,000 Connecticut residents to lose coverage, raising uninsured rates and healthcare costs.

Key Medicare Reforms in Proposed Domestic Policy Bill Impact Payments and Coverage

Discover how proposed domestic policy legislation may reduce Medicare payments, expand HSA eligibility for employed seniors, and enhance rural hospital designations, reshaping Medicare coverage and funding starting 2026.

Washington Medicaid Could Lose 274,000 Insured Under Proposed Federal Cuts

Proposed federal tax and spending bill could cut Medicaid and ACA subsidies in Washington, potentially affecting over 274,000 insured residents and threatening healthcare access in rural areas.

Diabetes-Fueled Kidney Failure Crisis Drives Soaring Medicare Costs

Explore how rising diabetes-driven kidney failure is escalating Medicare costs and straining transplant resources, highlighting the need for early intervention and Medicaid's critical role.

CMS Increases Oversight to Prevent Improper Medicaid Spending on Noncitizens

CMS ramps up oversight to stop misuse of Medicaid funds for noncitizen coverage, enforcing federal eligibility rules and recouping improper spending.

Upcoming Medicare Changes in Domestic Policy Megabill Impact Coverage and Payments

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 Passes Budget Bill with Largest Medicaid Cuts and Significant Tax Reforms

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 Medicare Coverage Amid Cost Concerns

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

FDA Updates COVID Vaccine Policy; Medicare Fraud Sentencing; Immunization Funding Growth

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.