Medicare Wastes $3.6 Billion Annually on Low-Value Care, Study Finds
New study reveals Medicare spends $3.6 billion annually on low-value medical services, with $800M in patient costs. Policy changes could reduce waste and improve value.
U.S. Health Secretary Considers Overhaul of Preventive Services Task Force
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may replace all members of the Preventive Services Task Force, impacting insurance coverage mandates under the Affordable Care Act.
AMA Urges Retention of Preventive Services Task Force Amid HHS Shakeup
AMA urges HHS to retain the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force members amidst reports of planned dismissals, highlighting the panel's role in guiding evidence-based preventive care covered by insurers. Supreme Court upholds ACA's preventive coverage mandate.
Supreme Court Affirms ACA Preventive Services Mandate in Kennedy v. Braidwood
The U.S. Supreme Court upholds the ACA preventive services mandate, confirming employer group health plans must provide no-cost coverage for USPSTF-recommended services, maintaining regulatory compliance and stability.
Supreme Court Considers ACA Preventive Care Coverage Dispute
The Supreme Court reviews a case challenging ACA-required insurance coverage of preventive care services by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, impacting millions of Americans.