Tag: Medicaid

Medicare Advantage Quality and Integration: Insights on CY 2027 Proposed Rule

Explore the CMS CY 2027 Proposed Rule's impact on Medicare Advantage quality measures, Star Ratings, and integration of dual-eligible members with Medicaid. Key insights for health plans and state agencies.

NYU Langone Health Joins Lawsuit Challenging Medicare DSH Funding Cuts

NYU Langone Health and other hospitals sue HHS over Medicare DSH funding changes that reduce federal support for low-income patient care, challenging retroactive rule application and regulatory process.

HHS-OIG Recommends CMS Recover Overpayments and Improve Billing Controls

HHS Office of Inspector General urges CMS to recover $3 million in overpayments and enhance billing accuracy through improved claim reviews and system edits to ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Medicare and Social Security Adjustments Impacting 2026 Beneficiaries

Explore critical 2026 changes to Medicare and Social Security, including Part B and D premium hikes, Medigap challenges, and federal funding impacts for insurance professionals.

Medicaid Enrollment Declines Amid Post-Pandemic Unwinding and Policy Changes

Medicaid enrollment declined by 1.6 million amid post-pandemic unwinding and upcoming policy changes, raising concerns about increased uninsured rates and healthcare access challenges.

Medicaid Cuts Threaten Rural Hospital Viability in Washington

Medicaid funding cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act jeopardize rural hospitals in Washington by increasing uncompensated care and risking closures, threatening access to essential healthcare services for 350,000 Medicaid enrollees.

Persistent Racial Disparities in U.S. Maternal and Infant Health Highlighted Amid Policy Shifts

This analysis details persistent racial disparities in U.S. maternal and infant health outcomes, explores social determinants and systemic factors, and assesses the impact of recent federal policy changes on healthcare access and equity.

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.

Senator Murray Urges GOP to Extend ACA Tax Credits Amid Premium Hikes

Senator Patty Murray calls on Republicans for a clean extension of ACA premium tax credits to prevent soaring health insurance costs affecting millions nationwide.

ACA Tax Credit Expiration and Medicaid Cuts Threaten Healthcare Access in US

Expiring ACA tax credits and Medicaid cuts risk increasing healthcare costs and reducing access for millions in the US, impacting insurance coverage and small businesses.