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UPDATE: 1/8/19 - Links to Families USA's comments on the proposed Program Integrity Rule are available here. On November 7, 2018—the morning after Election Day—the Trump administration proposed an “Exchange Program Integrity” rule governing coverage provided in health…
Oral health matters for seniors in rural America. In rural areas, nearly one-fifth of residents are 65 and over. This population faces major barriers to good oral health, including cost, lack of dental coverage,…
The ongoing effort to transform health care in the United States is an important opportunity to address racial, ethnic, and other health inequities directly and deliberately. A central pillar in delivery system and payment…
Families USA commented on the Trump Administration’s proposed “public charge” rule. Under the administration’s proposal, immigrants could be considered a public charge, and therefore denied entry to the country or denied the right to adjust status…
Racial and ethnic health inequities undermine our communities and our health care system. Our infographic shows some of the more prevalent health inequities that afflict American Indians and Alaska Natives in the United States…
Racial and ethnic health inequities undermine our communities and our health care system. Our infographic shows some of the more prevalent health inequities that afflict Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders in the United States…
High prescription drug prices hurt families and consumers by adding financial stress to devastating illness. States have led the way to take action against high and rising drug prices, and with the help of…
November is Native American Heritage month. It’s a time to celebrate the rich history, culture, and traditions of American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs), and elevate the many contributions they have made to our…
Update 11/07/18: Three states, Idaho, Nebraska, and Utah, passed ballot measures to expand Medicaid. Update 11/01/18: Enrollment begins in Virginia's Medicaid expansion; coverage starts January 1, 2019. One of the most important--and popular--provisions of…
This report explores near-term state options for lowering insurance costs in the individual market by expanding the circle of coverage, focusing on policy approaches that are innovative, practical, and ready for adoption in 2019.