Tag: health policy

2025 Federal Vaccine Policy Changes Impact Insurance Coverage Mandates

Find out how 2025 federal vaccine policy changes by the CDC and HHS affect health insurance coverage requirements and industry compliance.

UnitedHealthcare Limits RPM Coverage While Medicare RPM Expands in 2026

UnitedHealthcare limits RPM coverage to select conditions in 2026 amid growing Medicare RPM use, signaling shifts toward value-based care and enhanced oversight.

CMS Payment Methodology Inflates Medicare Part B Costs for Stelara Biosimilars

CMS's current inclusion of noncovered self-administered drug prices in Medicare Part B payment calculations inflates costs for Stelara biosimilars. OIG recommends revising pricing methodology to achieve savings.

House GOP Bill Targets Long-Term Health Premium Reductions, Excludes ACA Subsidies

House Republicans propose a bill to reduce health care premiums by addressing cost drivers without extending ACA subsidies, focusing on transparency and expanded access to health plans.

State Healthcare Spending Caps Face Challenges Amid Federal Medicaid Cuts

States including California and Massachusetts use spending caps to curb rising healthcare costs amid federal Medicaid cuts, facing provider resistance and market challenges.

Most Americans Satisfied with Health Insurance Despite Coverage Delays

A 2025 national survey shows 82% of Americans satisfied with health insurance despite 24% experiencing claim denials or delays. Older adults and public insurance users report higher satisfaction. Insights on ACA support and healthcare cost trust reveal market trends.

ACA Enrollment Deadline Highlights Premium Spike Amid Subsidy Standoff

ACA enrollment deadline stresses increased premiums after pandemic tax credits expire amid congressional subsidy debate affecting health insurance affordability.

2025 US Health Policy Shifts Affect Medicaid, Insurance Claims, and Drug Costs

Explore key 2025 US health policy changes including Medicaid funding cuts, rising insurance claim denials, and shifts in prescription drug cost regulations impacting insurers and healthcare providers.

Senate Deadlock on ACA Subsidies Drives Health Insurance Cost Increases

The U.S. Senate's failure to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies leads to increased health insurance costs, impacting millions of Americans and reshaping market dynamics.

Healthcare Costs Dominate American Concerns, ACA Approval Rises

2025 survey shows healthcare costs are Americans' top concern amid record-low satisfaction, ACA approval rises, and divided views on government vs. private coverage.