AHA pushes CMS to delay Medicare prior authorization pilot
(By: Elizabeth Casolo for Becker’s Hospital Review) The American Hospital Association is urging CMS to delay its Medicare prior authorization
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Healthcare Finance
Algorithms used to determine Medicaid eligibility for home care vary widely among states
(By O. Rose Broderick for STAT published Oct. 24, 2025) The massive tax cut bill President Trump signed in July
Read More2025 Employer Health Benefits Survey
(The Kaiser Family Foundation published October 22, 2025) This is the 27th annual Employer Health Benefits Survey. As in years
Read MoreEmployer-sponsored family health coverage reaches $27K annually: Survey
(By: Elizabeth Casolo for Becker’s Hospital Review) In 2025, the average annual premium for family health insurance reached $26,993, according
Read MoreFinding the right plan for you
It’s that time of the year again, Medicare Open Enrollment time. Medicare recipients can and should explore their Medicare coverage
Read MorePeople with Medicare Will Face Higher Costs for Some Orphan Drugs Due to Changes in the New Tax and Budget Law
(Authors: Juliette Cubanski and Tricia Neuman for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Oct 20, 2025) Changes are coming to Medicare’s
Read MoreHealthcare disruptions mount as shutdown enters day 20
(By: Alan Condon for Becker’s Hospital Review) The Senate on Oct. 20 again voted against reopening the federal government, marking
Read MoreCMS walks back Medicare payment pause
(By: Erica Cerutti for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS has clarified that only select Medicare claims will be held amid the
Read MoreStates Jostle Over $50B Rural Health Fund as Trump’s Medicaid Cuts Trigger Scramble
(By Sarah Jane Tribble for KFF Health News) WASHINGTON — Nationwide, states are racing to win their share of a
Read MoreMedicare Beneficiaries Have 32 Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans Available, on Average, for 2026
(Authors: Jeannie Fuglesten Biniek, Meredith Freed, Anthony Damico, and Tricia Neuman for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Oct 14, 2025)
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