Michigan Democrats Push for Permanent ACA Subsidy Extensions Amid Funding Deadline
Michigan Democrats use government funding deadline to push for permanent extension of ACA insurance subsidies to avoid premium spikes.
Congressional Hearing Advances Medicare Coverage for Breakthrough Medical Technologies
Congressional hearing explores policies to enhance Medicare coverage and transparency for breakthrough medical technologies, aiming to improve senior access and healthcare outcomes.
Medicare Breakthrough Medtech Coverage Advances with Congressional Backing
The U.S. House advances legislation ensuring Medicare coverage for FDA-authorized breakthrough medical technologies, boosting patient access and streamlining approval processes.
Medicare's 2025 Primary Care Payment Reforms Signal Major Funding Shift
Medicare's 2025 payment updates introduce advanced primary care and behavioral health codes poised to reshape reimbursement landscapes, addressing primary care financial challenges and influencing specialist payment cuts.
FTC Warns Healthcare Employers on Noncompetes; Industry Sees Rising Unionization and Tech Advances
FTC cautions healthcare employers on noncompetes. Rising physician unionization, Medicare Plan Finder updates, Kaiser-Renown joint venture, AI tools, FDA drug approvals, and robotic intubation device mark key healthcare industry trends in 2025.
CMS 2026 Medicare Payment Proposals Shift Focus to Primary Care and Outpatient Clinics
CMS's 2026 Medicare payment proposals aim to rebalance reimbursements in favor of primary care and outpatient clinics, reduce hospital-owned clinic premiums, and introduce site-neutral payments to improve Medicare value and primary care sustainability.
Modest Medicaid Reforms Face Political Resistance Amid Fiscal Concerns
Modest Medicaid reforms introduced work requirements and eligibility checks amid growing fiscal pressures, but faced significant political resistance despite aiming to preserve coverage for vulnerable populations.
Government Shutdown Looms Over ACA Subsidy Extensions and Health Insurance Costs
Upcoming U.S. government funding debates center on extending ACA subsidies affecting over 20 million Americans, with premium hikes and coverage losses at stake.
Kansas Medicaid KanCare Expands Maternal Care Services and Provider Network
Kansas Medicaid's KanCare expands maternal care services, adding providers and extending postpartum coverage to support pregnant and postpartum beneficiaries through enhanced MCO contracts and reimbursement policies.
House Republicans Debating Extension of Expiring ACA Enhanced Premium Subsidies
House Republican leaders debate extending expiring ACA enhanced premium subsidies amid potential premium spikes and internal party disagreements.