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Medicaid & Immigrants: Eligibility, Verification & 2025 Law Changes

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Medicaid, the cornerstone of health coverage for over 81 million low-income Americans, is undergoing significant changes driven by recent federal legislation and administrative actions. These shifts, stemming from the 2025 reconciliation law (H.R.1) and subsequent policy implementations, are poised to reshape eligibility requirements, verification processes, and access to care for vulnerable populations. New Restrictions on … Read more

Medicaid & Work: Why Most Adult Workers Lack Job-Based Health Coverage

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Medicaid Work Requirements: Why Most Already Work, and Why It Matters The recent passage of the 2025 reconciliation law, dubbed the “One Big, Gorgeous Bill,” has brought renewed attention to work requirements for Medicaid enrollees. While the legislation focuses on encouraging employment, a closer look reveals that most adults subject to these requirements are already … Read more

Medicare Advantage Enrollment 2026: Growth Slows, SNPs Rise – KFF

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Medicare Advantage Enrollment: A Shift Towards Specialized Plans Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollment continues its upward trajectory, but a recent analysis of data released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) reveals a significant shift in growth drivers. Whereas overall enrollment reached just over 35 million as of February 1, 2026 – a 3% … Read more

Medicaid Postpartum Coverage: State Extensions & Updates (2026)

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Expanding Postpartum Medicaid: A Lifeline for Maternal Health The Medicaid program currently covers approximately 4 in 10 births nationwide. For decades, federal law mandated coverage for pregnant individuals through just 60 days after childbirth. However, a significant shift is underway, driven by growing concerns about maternal mortality and health disparities. A provision within the American … Read more

IRA Drug Negotiation: Improved Medicare Part D Coverage in 2026 & 2027

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Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: Early Wins and What’s Next The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) is already delivering on its promise to lower prescription drug costs for Medicare beneficiaries. A recent analysis from KFF reveals that the IRA’s coverage requirement – mandating all Medicare Part D plans cover drugs selected for price negotiation – … Read more

Prior Authorization: Major Burden for 7 in 10 Insured Adults – KFF Poll

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Prior Authorization: The Growing Headache for American Healthcare Consumers Affordability remains the top concern for Americans when it comes to healthcare, but a new KFF Health Tracking Poll reveals a different, equally frustrating problem: prior authorization. This process – requiring insurance approval before accessing certain tests, treatments, or medications – is increasingly seen as a … Read more

Abortion Coverage Laws: State-by-State Guide (2026)

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The Shifting Landscape of Abortion Access in the US: Coverage, Bans and Future Trends The legal status of abortion in the United States remains a complex and rapidly evolving issue. Following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, states have been granted the authority to regulate or ban abortion, leading to a … Read more

2026 WM Phoenix Open: Scheffler, Koepka & How to Watch Golf’s Party

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Getty Images The WM Phoenix Open continues to be a major event on the PGA Tour, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans and creating a unique atmosphere. This year’s tournament features top players like Scottie Scheffler, who rebounded from a rare over-par round to climb the Phoenix Open leaderboard. Scheffler’s Dominance and the Competitive Field … Read more

2025 Reconciliation Law: Rural Health Funds Won’t Offset Medicaid Cuts

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Rural Healthcare at a Crossroads: Navigating the 2025 Reconciliation Law The 2025 reconciliation law brought significant changes to federal healthcare support, including substantial cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Whereas concerns were raised about the impact on rural areas, Congress responded with a $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program, often called the … Read more

2025 Budget Law: Medicaid Changes & Impact on Health Centers

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Healthcare Access Under Pressure: How New Laws Could Impact Millions Recent changes to federal law are poised to significantly reshape the healthcare landscape, potentially leaving millions without coverage and increasing the strain on vital safety net providers like community health centers. A new analysis from KFF projects that these shifts could lead to 10 million … Read more

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