Displaying 611 - 620 of 1694
CMS released guidance on January 30 encouraging states to block grant their Medicaid program. This guidance will give states the green light to fundamentally change the nature of their Medicaid programs in exchange for…
During a meet and greet with the media on January 23 at Families USA’s 2020 Health Action Conference, Executive Director Frederick Isasi unveiled his top 3 trends for health care in 2020. Frederick also…
Background Statement On Thursday, January 30, 2020, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) issued guidance that will allow states to shift program funding to block grants through the use of 1115 waivers. The proposed “Healthy Adult Opportunity” is only the latest peg in a…
There are several key programs, services, and supports that should be included when developing a broad strategy to improve children’s health and wellbeing. This publication identifies some of the leading early childhood-focused federal programs…
Medicaid Block Grants: A Mechanism for Devastating Cuts for States and Families After months of speculation, the Trump administration released its guidance on Medicaid block grants on January 30. This guidance gives states a…
Consumers First, an alliance representing employers, providers, consumer organizations, and workers, recently submitted this comment letter to CMS regarding the Transparency in Coverage proposed rule. Consumers First believes price and quality transparency are critical…
Cutting Medicaid adult dental coverage has long-term consequences for access to care, even if coverage is later reinstated. As we see in California, cutting dental as a quick “budget fix” can take a toll…
Voters feel that drug prices are out of control and blame drug company greed for the high costs. This issue is personal for many: They tell stories of having to skip expensive medications or…
Receiving a surprise bill for out-of-network medical care is a common experience. Our national survey found that 44% of voters have received surprise bills for out-of-network care, and they said it was difficult to…