A new analysis reveals extensive Medicaid spending waste tied to weakened eligibility verification rules since 2012 and estimates future improper payments could total $2 trillion. Legislative reforms aim to restore verification and reduce fraud without cutting care for eligible recipients.
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.
House Republicans pass bill altering Medicaid and SNAP programs, introducing work requirements and funding restrictions, potentially reducing health coverage for millions. Analysis of legislative impacts on insurance and healthcare access.
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 ramps up oversight to stop misuse of Medicaid funds for noncitizen coverage, enforcing federal eligibility rules and recouping improper spending.
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.
UnitedHealth faces DOJ investigation and Medicare scrutiny amid rising medical costs, yet diversification through Optum supports potential recovery in 2025.
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 plans major expansion of Medicare Advantage RADV audits and proposes rules to limit Medicaid provider taxation practices, impacting insurer compliance and Medicaid financing.
The House reconciliation bill introduces major ACA subsidy cuts and Medicaid funding reductions, threatening health coverage for 14 million Americans while increasing administrative barriers.
