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    Medicaid, SNAP cuts could lead to 1 million jobs lost in 2026: report

    Reducing spending on Medicaid and the food assistance program could batter state economies and lead to job cuts — including 477,000 roles in in the healthcare sector alone, according to the Commonwealth Fund.

    By • March 25, 2025
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    Academic medical centers say funding cuts jeopardize health research

    Proposed cuts to National Institutes of Health funding threaten a critical pipeline of innovation and discovery necessary to fuel advancements in patient care, according to researchers and provider groups.

    By • March 21, 2025
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    DEA, HHS delay telehealth buprenorphine prescribing rule again

    The final rule, which allows registered clinicians to prescribe up to an initial six-month supply of the drug used to treat opioid use disorder via telehealth, will now go into effect Dec. 31.

    By • March 21, 2025
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    Delayed CDC meeting on vaccines is rescheduled to April

    A panel of CDC advisers, who had been set to meet in February, will discuss the current measles outbreak as well as guidelines for several types of shots.

    By • March 21, 2025
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    The future of US healthcare depends on smarter immigration policies

    A former HHS secretary argues healthcare should be able to utilize skilled immigrant clinicians to stem the effects of labor shortages.

    By Tom Price • March 20, 2025
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    Medicaid work requirements could cut coverage for 5.2M

    A new report found that millions could lose access to care, even though most Medicaid beneficiaries are working or should be eligible for exemptions from work requirements.

    By • Updated March 24, 2025
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    FTC reiterates opposition to controversial Indiana hospital merger

    Terre Haute Regional may be forced to close if it’s not acquired by Union Health, the hospitals argue in their latest request for a certificate that allows mergers to sidestep antitrust review. The FTC does not agree.

    By • March 18, 2025
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    Congress extends Medicare telehealth flexibilities for 6 months

    Telehealth groups celebrated the extension, but added that the short-term reprieve means continued uncertainty for providers.

    By • March 18, 2025
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    MedPAC recommends Congress tie physician pay to inflation for 2026

    Industry groups mostly supported the proposal to link payment increases for physicians to the Medicare Economic Index minus 1 percentage point.

    By • March 17, 2025
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    Dr. Oz vows to scrutinize Medicare Advantage as CMS head

    Mehmet Oz, who previously advocated for expanding the privatized Medicare program, said he would tackle upcoding among MA plans if confirmed.

    By • March 17, 2025
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    Dr. Oz stresses need for faster Medicare coverage of new devices during confirmation hearing

    Mehmet Oz, President Trump’s pick to lead the CMS, said Medicare beneficiaries should have quicker access to new medical devices once they’re FDA approved.

    By Ricky Zipp • March 17, 2025
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    Mayo Clinic settles multiyear dispute with Minnesota AG over charity care policies

    The nonprofit health system did not admit to wrongdoing as part of the settlement, nor will it pay a financial penalty.

    By • March 17, 2025
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    CMS nominee Dr. Oz says he supports Medicaid work requirements

    Republicans are considering tying eligibility in the safety-net program to work, volunteer or education hours to meet spending targets.

    By • March 14, 2025
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    Navigating the 2024 proposed HIPAA security rule amendments

    A new proposed rule aims to significantly amend the HIPAA security rule — these are the key updates to know.

    By Steven W. Teppler and Carly Rothstein • March 14, 2025
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    CMMI cancels 4 payment models early

    The CMS estimates terminating the models will save nearly $750 million. The agency will also no longer implement two demonstrations that aimed to improve prescription drug affordability and access.

    By • March 13, 2025
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    Warren urges CMS nominee Dr. Oz to divest pharma and healthcare holdings

    The senator said removing financial conflicts of interest would build confidence in Oz’s impartiality. The nominee's confirmation hearing is scheduled to be held on Friday.

    By • March 13, 2025
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    Cigna reshuffles C-suite amid rising costs

    Cigna promoted Brian Evanko to chief operating officer and named a new chief financial officer in his place, while Eric Palmer will be leaving the company as an apparent victim of the restructuring.

    By • March 13, 2025
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    Medicaid expansion cuts could hit provider revenue, spike uncompensated care: report

    If states end their expansion programs in response to funding cuts, spending on healthcare services would fall by nearly $80 billion and uncompensated care costs would rise by $19 billion in 2026, according to new research.

    By • March 12, 2025
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    Lawmakers move to allow Medicare pay cut, drawing rebuke from physicians

    The continuing resolution left in place a physician pay cut from Jan. 1, despite lobbyists’ hopes lawmakers would reverse it.

    By • March 11, 2025
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    Trump administration proposes ACA program integrity rule that would decimate enrollment

    The rule is like “making people crawl through broken glass” for health insurance, one expert said.

    By • March 11, 2025
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    Deep Dive // HIMSS25

    Healthcare tackles AI oversight with no aid from Trump administration

    The president’s deregulatory bent means more responsibility rests on the shoulders of healthcare stakeholders to get artificial intelligence right.

    By • March 10, 2025
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    VA to roll out Oracle EHR at 9 additional sites in 2026

    The Department of Veterans Affairs said it plans to complete all deployments of the Oracle electronic health record by as early as 2031. 

    By • March 10, 2025
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    Republicans can’t meet budget target without Medicaid cuts: CBO

    Excluding large health insurance programs, spending under the House Energy and Commerce Committee's purview falls far short of the budget blueprint’s $880 billion goal for cuts.

    By • March 10, 2025
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    New FDA pulse oximetry guidelines could stall under Trump

    The draft guidance addresses concerns that pulse oximeters are less accurate for people with dark skin tones. Experts raised concerns that it might not be finalized.

    By Elise Reuter • March 10, 2025
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    Following FDA cuts, Trump nominee Makary vows ‘independent’ staff review

    The Johns Hopkins surgeon highlighted rapid growth at the agency, but pledged key staff will have “all the resources they need to do their job well.”

    By Jonathan Gardner • March 6, 2025