Tag: Healthcare Policy

Senate Democrats Push Bill to Extend Obamacare Subsidies Amid Partisan Divide

Senate Democrats plan to vote on extending expiring Obamacare subsidies for three years amid partisan disputes. The proposed bill faces opposition and impacts health insurance premiums from January 2025.

Senate Democrats Propose 3-Year Extension of ACA Premium Tax Credits

Senate Democrats plan to extend Affordable Care Act premium tax credits for three years, aiming to prevent significant health insurance premium increases amid ongoing healthcare cost debates.

H.R. 6280 Receives Broad Support from U.S. Healthcare Associations and Clinicians

H.R. 6280, a healthcare bill focused on genetic counseling, gains endorsement from over 200 U.S. healthcare organizations and 500 clinicians. NSGC provides resources to advance support.

HHS Launches Medicare Pilot to Pay for Wearable Tech and Telehealth in Chronic Care

HHS introduces the ACCESS pilot to reimburse wearable tech and telehealth providers under Medicare for improving chronic care outcomes in seniors. New payment models aim to boost innovation in digital health.

Medicare Advantage Overpayment Cycle Challenges Sustainability and Beneficiary Care

Rising Medicare Advantage costs and marketing-driven enrollment cycles challenge Medicare program sustainability and beneficiary care quality. Policy reforms target overpayment and plan standardization.

Legislation Introduced to Establish ACA Exchange in Puerto Rico

New legislation proposes establishing an Affordable Care Act exchange in Puerto Rico to enhance healthcare access, cost savings, and coverage options, aligning the island with U.S. states.

Democrats Plan Vote on Extending Expiring ACA Tax Credits

Democrats to vote next week on bill extending expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits, impacting health insurance affordability and market stability.

Congress Deadline Threatens ACA Subsidies for 28,000 in Connecticut

Congress faces a critical deadline to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, risking premium increases for 28,000 in Connecticut. Explore the impact on health insurance coverage and market dynamics.

Rep. Burlison Critiques ACA Subsidies, Advocates Market-Driven Healthcare Reform

Rep. Eric Burlison challenges ACA subsidies, proposing market-based healthcare reforms aimed at reducing costs and increasing consumer choice as policymakers debate the future of federal support.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Modernize Medicare Chronic Care Payments

CMS launches ACCESS Model to test outcome-based payments and digital tools for chronic care in Medicare, advancing value-based healthcare and technology adoption.