Federal Legislation Threatens Massachusetts Health Insurance Coverage
New federal tax and spending cuts bill risks removing insurance from up to 25% of Massachusetts Health Connector enrollees, impacting coverage and state health outcomes.
Actuaries Consider Insured Population Data for Age 80+ Mortality Accuracy
Regulators and actuaries evaluate shifting to insured population data to better capture mortality trends in individuals aged 80+, addressing rising mortality deterioration and socioeconomic impacts on longevity.
Rural Medicaid Growth Spurs Debate Over Cuts and Compliance Measures
Medicaid enrollment has surged in rural areas like Arizona's Gila County, driving debate over proposed cuts, work requirements, and program compliance amid concerns about health access and government spending.
Medicare and Medicaid Funding Cuts Threaten Care for Aging U.S. Population
Explore the implications of proposed Medicare and Medicaid funding cuts on older adults and underserved communities, highlighting the role of nursing leaders and the aging U.S. population's healthcare needs.
Congress Proposes $880 Billion Medicaid Cuts, Raising Access Concerns
Congressional proposals to reduce Medicaid funding by $880 billion may restrict access to vital care for nearly 80 million Americans, including many children and vulnerable groups. Policymakers are also considering work requirements that could further limit coverage.
Supreme Court Examines Medicaid Patients' Right to Choose Providers
The Supreme Court is deliberating on whether Medicaid recipients have a right to choose their healthcare providers, focusing on a significant case involving Planned Parenthood.
Rural Medicare Advantage Changes Complicate Access to Care
This article examines how Medicare Advantage expansion is impacting access to healthcare for rural seniors, highlighting the challenges and changes brought by insurers.