Advancing Patient-Centric Health Care Proposals in GOP Policy
Analysis of GOP health care proposals focused on increasing patient control and autonomy within the U.S. health care system, with insights from Hoover Institution experts.
New York Medicaid Cuts Threaten Health System Stability Amid Federal Changes
New York faces significant Medicaid funding cuts due to federal policy changes, risking health system stability and coverage losses for millions. State budget challenges and hospital financial strain are imminent.
Impact of Budget Reconciliation on Medicaid, Individual Market, and Medicare
Analysis of budget reconciliation effects on Medicaid, individual market coverage, and Medicare, highlighting health plans' response to potential coverage losses and the importance of health care tax credits.
Vermont Faces Health Care Affordability Crisis Amid Insurer Losses and Federal Medicaid Threats
Vermont confronts a health care affordability crisis as Blue Cross Blue Shield Vermont faces financial losses and federal Medicaid policy changes threaten state funding. Legislative efforts aim to stabilize premiums and reform provider reimbursement.
California Faces Maternity Care Crisis as Hospitals Close Labor Units
California hospitals are closing labor and delivery units due to financial pressures and a declining birth rate, impacting access to maternity care and exacerbating health disparities.
High Discontinuation Rates for Weight Loss Drugs Due to Cost
A study finds that nearly 65% of users of weight loss drugs like Ozempic quit due to high costs and limited insurance coverage. Understanding the challenges in affordability and access is crucial to improve health outcomes.