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South Dakota Senate passes resolution on Medicaid work requirements

The Republican-led South Dakota Senate passed Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) 501 on January 25, 2024, which would ask voters to weigh in on a proposed constitutional amendment allowing for work requirements in the state’s expanded Medicaid program.

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A Hospital’s Overflowing Emergency Room, Our Sick Health System

Thousands of low-income patients cannot survive without MLK Hospital. The South L.A. hospital cannot survive on what it is paid by public insurance.

Capital & Main

How much money does the government appropriate to combat the opioid epidemic?

Congress has authorized billions in spending to address the opioid crisis. But money authorized isn’t always money spent: $300 million went unused.

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Georgia sues Biden administration over rejection of Medicaid work requirement program extension

The state of Georgia filed a federal lawsuit against the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on February 2, 2024, to obtain an extension on the state’s Medicaid program—currently the only state program in the country with a work requirement.

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Doctors fighting US opioid epidemic say insurance barrier impedes treatment

Prior authorization requires permission to be sought before prescribing critical drugs, which could cost lives, doctors say

The Guardian - US

Here's How Sony Helps HealtheMed Engage, Monitor, and Support Telehealth

Pro BRAVIA displays are deployed in clients’ homes where they are used with the company’s “Clinic@Home” telehealth.

AVNetwork

Federal complaint faults Texas Medicaid software glitches for removal errors

Health care advocates have asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Deloitte software errors they say disenrolled qualified Medicaid participants.

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Pennsylvania case challenging ban on Medicaid abortions back in court

Supreme court rules lower court must hear case arguing decades-old law barring coverage for procedure should be overturned

The Guardian - US

Pennsylvania high court revives a case challenging Medicaid limits for abortions

The court's 3-2 decision overturns a decision to dismiss the case and puts aside a 1985 state Supreme Court decision that upheld a law banning the use of state Medicaid dollars for abortion.

WEKU

At-home blood thinner testing the focus on Frankfort legislation

The Kentucky House is reviewing legislation standardizing Medicaid coverage for at-home medical testing for patients on blood thinners.

WEKU

Health Insurance for Immigrants: What You Need to Know

A comprehensive guide on what you should know about health insurance in the United States if you are an immigrant

Latin Times

Proposed federal law would put limits on use of $50 billion in opioid settlements

Lawmakers want to ensure the funds are actually used to fight the addiction crisis, not "as a piggy bank for other projects."

WEKU

Data shows nursing home closure often linked to care issues - Roll Call

Staffing and reimbursement issues contribute to some nursing home closures, but quality, turnover and alternate living options also weigh in.

Roll Call

Biden administration finalizes prior authorization changes - Roll Call

The rule would require government health plans to respond to non-urgent authorization requests no later than seven calendar days.

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What to know about January's annual drug price hikes

Spoiler: There are some decreases this year, too. Here's an overview of the changing prices and what to make of them.

WEKU

What would a second Trump presidency look like for health care?

The former president is reviving campaign promises to undo Obamacare, an idea that fizzled during his first time in office. Based on his record, here's what else he might do in health policy.

Chicago Sun-Times

Affordable Care Act enrollment deadline is Tuesday. Don’t miss out on health care coverage in 2024

The ACA, also known as Obamacare, is far from perfect. But it continues to improve and could keep you from going broke in the event of a life-altering illness or injury.

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Governors undermine measures that win

Voters don’t always have final say

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Governor DeSantis emphasizes mental health in presidential healthcare plans

Get a creative and insightful look into the healthcare plans of Governors Haley and DeSantis as they discuss Medicaid expansion and the mental health crisi...

WEKU

Kentucky lawmakers again asked to change the state's Medicaid managed care offerings

A legislative effort is once again underway to reduce the number of Medicaid-managed care organizations contracting with state government.

Latin Times

From Shoplifting to Affordable Housing: 5 Takeaways from NY Gov. Kathy Hochul's State of the State Address

Kathy Hochul delivered her third State of the State Address in Albany, NY

Ballotpedia

Kansas Governor seeks to expand Medicaid with work requirements

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly (D) on December 14, 2023, proposed legislation to expand the state’s Medicaid program with work requirements for certain enrollees. The Cutting Healthcare Costs for All Kansans Act would require adults under 65 to provide employment verification to qualify for Medicaid.

The Conversation

Voters don't always have final say -- state legislatures and governors are increasingly undermining ballot measures that win

Less than half of Americans trust elected officials to act in the public’s interest.

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64 People With Cheap Parents Share Ridiculous Stories

Although many households put together a budget, the important thing is managing it: setting financial goals and a plan to take you there. Which, as one Reddit thread shows us, can make some family members unhappy. The post 64 People With Cheap Parents Share Ridiculous Stories first appeared on Bored…

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Welfare Is Great—for the Welfare Bureaucrats

The clients get a confusing maze and a lot of incentives to stay on welfare.

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