Tag: health policy

Jonathan Gruber on U.S. Health Care Costs, Disparities, and Policy Challenges

MIT's Jonathan Gruber discusses America's $5 trillion health-care spending, disparities in access, the role of public research funding, and policy challenges including the ACA and vaccine misinformation.

Senator Rick Scott Proposes More Affordable Care Act to Reform Obamacare

Senator Rick Scott unveils the More Affordable Care Act proposal to increase transparency, allow cross-state insurance shopping, and redirect federal subsidies to improve consumer flexibility under Obamacare.

Trump Targets ACA Subsidies Amid Political and Market Uncertainty

President Trump renews focus on expiring ACA subsidies, sparking debate over health care affordability and political challenges ahead of 2026 elections. Congressional negotiations continue on health coverage funding and subsidy alternatives.

House Extends Medicare Hospital-at-Home Funding as ACA Subsidies Face Expiry

The House passes a bill extending Medicare hospital-at-home funding, while ACA subsidies face expiration, risking premium spikes for millions. Health insurers and policymakers navigate regulatory uncertainties and market impacts ahead.

ACA Subsidies Near Expiration Amid Congressional Deadlock

ACA subsidies supporting millions face expiration due to congressional deadlock, risking increased insurance costs and coverage challenges in 2024.

Congress Faces Deadline on ACA Subsidies Amid Premium Spikes

Congress approaches critical deadline to renew Affordable Care Act subsidies ahead of health insurance premium hikes. Bipartisan negotiations face challenges over funding and abortion restrictions.

Congressional Deadlock Threatens Extension of ACA Health Care Subsidies

U.S. congressional stalemate imperils extension of ACA health care subsidies, risking premium hikes and marketplace instability starting January.

Uncertainty Over ACA Subsidy Extension Impacts State Health Exchanges and Consumers

Uncertainty about extending Affordable Care Act federal subsidies post-government shutdown challenges consumers and state health exchanges, affecting coverage decisions and market stability.

Columbia Study Highlights Public Health Workforce Retention Challenges and Solutions

Columbia University research reveals how flexible schedules and child care benefits can improve retention of younger public health workers amid funding challenges.

Healthcare Brew Highlights Key Healthcare Industry Analyses and Reporting

Healthcare Brew spotlights important healthcare insurance and policy analyses from leading publications, covering health insurance challenges, Medicaid cuts, journalistic trust, and pharmaceutical industry shifts.