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President Trump Unveils Executive Order to Cut Drug Prices and Enhance Medicare Transparency

Explore the new executive order signed by President Trump aimed at reducing drug prices and improving Medicare transparency. Understand its impact on healthcare costs and policy continuity in U.S. healthcare.

Unpacking Colorado's Medicaid Funding Structure

Explore the complexities of Colorado's Medicaid funding structure and its implications for state health coverage, including FMAP discrepancies among populations.

Trump Executive Order Targets Lower Prescription Drug Prices

President Trump signs an executive order to lower U.S. prescription drug prices, amending key Medicare negotiations. Learn how this could impact the healthcare and insurance sectors.

Rural Hospitals Struggle with Medicare Advantage Plan Contracts

Exploring the challenges faced by rural hospitals with Medicare Advantage contracts, including lower reimbursement rates and resource-intensive administrative processes.

CMS Announces 5.06% Payment Increase for Medicare Advantage Plans

CMS has announced a significant 5.06% payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans for 2026, improving financial support amidst rising healthcare costs.

MedPAC Reports $84 Billion Medicare Advantage Cost Overrun

MedPAC estimates that Medicare Advantage costs will exceed traditional Medicare by $84 billion, affecting future healthcare policy.

Addressing the U.S. Physician Shortage Crisis

Discover the growing physician shortage crisis in the U.S. and proposed solutions for healthcare reform.

Millions Could Lose ACA Coverage Without Tax Credit Extension

Without an extension of premium tax credits, millions may lose their health insurance. This analysis highlights the potential healthcare crisis ahead.

OIG Report Highlights Issues in Medicare Advantage Risk Payments

The OIG warns of inaccuracies in Medicare Advantage risk payments linked to health assessments, proposing CMS audits and stricter regulations.

Key Healthcare Insights Ahead of 2024 Election

Ceci Connolly discusses key aspects of the 2024 election's implications for the healthcare industry, focusing on drug pricing, telehealth, and the dynamics between major candidates.