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Trump revives ‘most favored nation’ plan in effort to cut US drug prices
The proposal would see the HHS set price targets other countries pay for certain medicines, kicking off a round of discussions with substantial ramifications for drugmakers. It’s likely to be challenged in court, however.
By Jonathan Gardner , Ned Pagliarulo • May 12, 2025 -
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House Republicans unveil Medicaid cuts including work requirement, provider tax freeze
The House Energy and Commerce Committee is backing more moderate reforms to Medicaid. But Republicans’ policy proposals would still result in millions of Americans losing health insurance.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 12, 2025 -
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Millions could lose coverage under potential GOP Medicaid policies: CBO
The Congressional Budget Office expects states will replace about half of the reduced federal support with their own resources, and then reduce spending by cutting provider payment rates, optional benefits and enrollment.
By Emily Olsen • May 9, 2025 -
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Deep DiveMedicaid cuts could have ‘drastic impact’ on providers
Some providers may need to reduce services, lay off staff or close their doors if Congress enacts major cuts to the safety-net insurance program, experts say.
By Emily Olsen • May 9, 2025 -
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Democrats urge Republicans to focus on Medicare Advantage upcoding instead of Medicaid cuts
Stopping MA insurers from inflating their reimbursement is a better strategy to save federal dollars than restricting benefits or cutting eligibility in Medicaid, the Democrat lawmakers wrote to GOP leadership.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 9, 2025 -
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Deep DiveA public health grant provides a lifeline for pregnant and postpartum women in Colorado. Federal cuts threaten its stability.
The abrupt end of $11 billion in public health grants nationally disrupted a program in Colorado that provides residents critical access to behavioral health and substance abuse support.
By Sydney Halleman • May 7, 2025 -
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Where IVF benefits stand in the age of Trump
“Comprehensive fertility benefits, parental leave, and return to work support can make a meaningful difference to employees,” a senior principal in Mercer’s health and benefits team said.
By Ginger Christ • May 6, 2025 -
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RFK’s FDA layoffs could slow safety communications, experts warn
The mass cuts, which included communications staff, could slow public notices on medical device recalls and other safety alerts.
By Elise Reuter • May 6, 2025 -
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Trump orders FDA to help speed building of new drug factories
Yet regulatory relief for U.S. expansion could be accompanied by new tariffs and drug pricing rules.
By Jonathan Gardner • May 6, 2025 -
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State attorneys general sue over ‘unconstitutional’ HHS restructuring
The lawsuit alleges the Trump administration overstepped its authority in reshaping the federal health department and asked the court to reinstate workers laid off last month.
By Susanna Vogel • May 6, 2025 -
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Trump releases 2026 budget including heavy healthcare cuts
White House officials say the budget, which would slash the HHS’ discretionary funding by 26%, is necessary to curb government bloat. Medical groups say it amounts to an attack on biomedical funding and public health.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 5, 2025 -
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Democrats introduce resolution demanding transparency in HHS
The lawmakers are asking the Trump administration to reverse course on an HHS policy that breaks the longstanding practice of giving notice and accepting public comments about policy changes.
By Susanna Vogel • May 2, 2025 -
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Deep DiveTrump HHS tiptoes around endorsing conversion therapy for transgender minors
A new Trump administration report said teens struggling with gender dysphoria should undergo “exploratory” therapy and that conversion therapy was misunderstood.
By Susanna Vogel • May 2, 2025 -
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DOJ accuses CVS, Humana, Elevance of paying kickbacks to Medicare Advantage brokers
According to the complaint, the insurers paid brokers eHealth, GoHealth and SelectQuote hundreds of millions of dollars for enrolling seniors in their MA coverage — regardless of the plans’ suitability for those members’ needs.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • Updated May 2, 2025 -
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Republican lawmakers urge CMMI to focus on cost savings, transparency
Lawmakers on the House Ways and Means Committee also accused CMMI of promoting “a political agenda,” like focusing on health equity and minimizing the importance of cost savings.
By Emily Olsen • April 30, 2025 -
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Supreme Court rules against hospitals in DSH formula case
“The hospitals have lost at every stage of this litigation,” Justice Amy Coney Barrett wrote in the court’s majority opinion.
By Emily Olsen • April 30, 2025 -
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Trump administration deploys DOJ, HHS in crackdown on youth gender-affirming care
The White House issued a fact sheet on Monday detailing its multi-agency push to reduce access to gender-affirming care for minors.
By Susanna Vogel • April 29, 2025 -
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HHS sued again over cuts to public health grants
Municipalities in Texas, Tennessee, Ohio and Missouri, as well as a labor union, argue eliminating the funding would weaken their ability to respond to infectious disease outbreaks.
By Emily Olsen • April 29, 2025 -
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TrackerThe Trump administration is overhauling healthcare policy. Follow the changes here.
The FDA said it’s sending letters to drugmakers demanding they take down or modify ads that don't comply with federal guidelines, out of concern consumers aren’t seeing a “fair balance” of risks and benefits in drug ads.
By Healthcare Dive staff • Updated Sept. 10, 2025 -
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Top Republican calls for 340B reform in long-awaited investigation
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s report calls on Congress to improve program transparency, like requiring covered entities to show how they use 340B funds. Drug groups praised the findings, while hospitals argued the analysis was limited in scope.
By Emily Olsen • Updated April 28, 2025 -
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Device developers advance AI plans despite Trump uncertainty
The Trump administration’s policies have raised questions about how the FDA will regulate AI in medical devices.
By Elise Reuter • April 24, 2025 -
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CMS may be angling to reform Medicaid state directed payments
A new regulation pending in front of the Office of Management and Budget suggests the Trump administration may be moving to overhaul the controversial financing mechanism.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • April 23, 2025 -
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Walgreens to pay up to $350M in DOJ opioid settlement
The Justice Department alleged the pharmacy chain knowingly provided prescriptions for large amounts of opioids, filled prescriptions early and completed prescriptions for a dangerous combination of drugs.
By Emily Olsen • April 22, 2025 -
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Dr. Oz sworn in as CMS administrator
During a ceremony at the Oval Office, Mehmet Oz said he would focus on reducing chronic disease, “modernizing” Medicare and Medicaid, and targeting fraud, waste and abuse in government insurance offerings.
By Emily Olsen • April 21, 2025 -
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Arkansas passes law banning PBMs from owning pharmacies
The law in particular will affect CVS and UnitedHealth, both of which operate physical pharmacies in the state along with specialty and mail-order pharmacy businesses.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • April 21, 2025
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