Tag: Rural Healthcare

Health Insurance Subsidies Impasse and ACA Impact on Coverage

Explore the impasse on health insurance subsidies and the Affordable Care Act's impact on coverage and costs, affecting millions of Americans' healthcare.

UnitedHealthcare Launches Pilot to Improve Medicare Advantage Payments for Rural Hospitals

UnitedHealthcare's new initiative aims to streamline Medicare Advantage payments for rural hospitals, improving cash flow and support for underserved facilities.

Introducing BearCare: Wyoming's Emergency Health Insurance Initiative

Explore Wyoming's BearCare initiative—an innovative health insurance plan targeting emergency medical needs with federal support and legislative backing.

Impending ACA Changes: Impacts on Rural Health Insurance for Farmers

Explore the impacts of ACA changes on rural health insurance costs for farmers and insurance options in 2026. Stay informed about critical developments.

Wyoming Faces Steep Health Insurance Premium Hikes as ACA Subsidies Expire

Wyoming residents face significant health insurance premium increases as Affordable Care Act subsidies expire, limiting marketplace options and impacting rural healthcare stability in 2026.

Senator Cornyn Discusses ACA Premiums, Rural Healthcare, and Defense Priorities

Senator John Cornyn addresses rising ACA premiums, rural healthcare funding, and military investment priorities amid ongoing healthcare reform discussions.

Expiration of ACA Premium Tax Credits Threatens Rural Health Insurance Coverage

The impending expiration of enhanced ACA premium tax credits could spike health insurance premiums for millions, notably rural farmers and small business owners relying on individual marketplace plans.

Medicare Part D Reimbursement Changes Threaten Rural Long-Term Care Pharmacies

Medicare Part D reimbursement changes under the Inflation Reduction Act risk destabilizing rural long-term care pharmacies, threatening access to essential pharmaceutical services for seniors. Legislative and CMS actions are needed to mitigate financial impacts.

Medicaid Funding Cuts Threaten Michigan Health Services and Economy

Michigan faces potential $2 billion annual Medicaid funding cuts that could impact healthcare services, rural hospitals, and state budget priorities amid federal budget reductions.

Medicare Part D Stand-Alone PDPs Crucial in Rural Areas Amid Market Changes

Medicare Part D stand-alone prescription drug plans serve a majority of rural Medicare beneficiaries, with premium stabilization efforts influencing plan availability and affordability in 2025 and beyond.