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Demand For Care Spikes With New York’s Maternal Depression Law

Meanwhile, other mental health issues are posing challenges for law enforcement: In Illinois, an inmate who "cracked" is eating metal and leather -- and costing $1 million in medical treatment. Elsewhere, the shortage of opiate treatments is bringing calls for reform. A narrowed measure passed in Connecticut, aimed at helping police officers with PTSD, is generating criticism. And alternatives to jail for the mentally ill are explored in North Carolina.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

Democrats, GOP Lawmakers Rallying Around Efforts To Stem Drug Overdoses

The increasing number of deaths around the country is raising alarms. Also on Capitol Hill, a new bill to move money from an asbestos trust fund is being criticized by public health advocates, and The Washington Post Fact Checker looks at a controversy about an abortion bill and new science on when a fetus can be delivered successfully.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

Wounded Veterans Seek To Get VA Ban On IVF Coverage Lifted

For 23 years, the Veterans Administration has been barred from covering in vitro fertilization but some returning combat veterans with serious wounds say they need that help. Also in news about veterans care are several stories about legislation on Capitol Hill and the funding problems for the new Denver hospital.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

More Nurses Allowed To Practice Without Doctor’s Oversight

Nurse practitioners can order tests, prescribe drugs and administer treatments in 20 states. Groups representing doctors are fighting the laws that expand this autonomy, saying nurses don't have the proper training. In another effort to innovate care, hospitals are turning to technology to monitor patients around the clock.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

California’s Exchange Will Be First To Cap Patient Costs For Pricey Medications

Most consumers with Covered California plans will have a $250-a-month limit, per prescription, on out-of-pocket costs. The cap goes into effect in January.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

Minn. Marketplace Having Trouble Getting Small Businesses To Join

Insurance brokers say the cumbersome workings of the exchange are partly to blame. Also, the outgoing CEO and the chairman of MNsure were on Minnesota Public Radio to talk about the marketplace's problems.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

Fla. Speaker Says Federal Funds Won’t End Medicaid Crisis; Alaska Lawmakers Wrestling With Issue

Florida Speaker Steve Crisafulli says the pressure that created the state's budget impasse is not over. In Alaska, the legislature is not making inroads in the controversy over Medicaid expansion. Other reports look at the issue in North Carolina and Kansas.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

‘Cadillac Tax’ On Expensive Health Plans Raising Concerns Among Business Leaders

The tax, which goes into effect in 2018, is expected to help fund the health law. In other news, Republicans weigh whether to set up new oversight of the health law and an Arkansas congressman wants to use some health law money to shore up the Highway Trust Fund.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

Staffers Say Disputed Text At Center Of Health Law Case Was Result Of Politics, Sloppiness

The New York Times interviews two dozen congressional staffers about the four words that have propelled the latest health law challenge to the Supreme Court. As a court decision grows closer, other news outlets examine the political and financial repercussions the decision could bring.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

First Edition: May 26, 2015

Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.

By khnlexiev

May 26, 2015

Viewpoints: Tread Carefully When Revamping FDA; GOP Still Missing Subsidy Strategy

A selection of opinions on health care from around the country.

By khnlexiev

May 22, 2015

Research Roundup: Antibiotic Resistance; Physician Turnover; Contraceptive Coverage

Each week, KHN compiles a selection of recently released health policy studies and briefs.

By khnlexiev

May 22, 2015

State Highlights: Conn. Senate OKs Bill Aimed At Changing Health Care Landscape; Mass. Physicians’ Group Offers New Pain Med Guidelines

News outlets examine health care issues in Connecticut, Texas, Massachusetts, Indiana, California, Nebraska, Iowa, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Maryland and Missouri.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

State Lawmakers Advance Budgets That Impact Health Programs

In Minnesota, legislators approved a budget that will increase costs for state residents covered by MinnesotaCare but stops far short of the state House's plan to repeal the program. Wisconsin's finance committee approved a plan to increase Medicaid recipients' premiums if they engage in risky behavior but rejected a proposal by Gov. Scott Walker to cut the SeniorCare program. Meanwhile, an effort to increase Texas physicians' Medicaid pay was unsuccessful. Also in Texas, Planned Parenthood took another hit.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

With CareFirst Data Breach, Hackers May Have Accessed Personal Data For Lawmakers, House Employees

House lawmakers were warned Thursday night that the CareFirst cyberattack may have put their personal information -- in a limited context -- at risk.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

America’s Health Insurance Plans’ Leader Karen Ignagni To Be EmblemHealth CEO

News reports describe EmblemHealth as a financially challenged, not-for-profit health plan based in New York. The insurer has an estimated 3.2 million members and offers Medicare and Medicaid managed care plans as well as coverage on New York’s health-plan marketplace.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

CVS To Buy Omnicare In Bid To Expand Senior Care Business

Omnicare supplies prescription drugs to nursing homes and assisted living as well as other health care facilities. If the deal goes through, CVS will beef-up its fast-growing specialty drug business and tap into a growing sector of the market -- the elderly.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

In Effort To Restart Mental Health Reform Bill, Conn. Senator Eyes Controversial Provision

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., is seeking changes in the bill's section regarding the expansion of involuntary outpatient treatment. Meanwhile, a Senate panel votes to end the Veterans Affairs ban on medical marijuana and Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colo., introduced a bill related to over-the-counter contraceptives.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

House Panel Gives ’21st Century Cures’ Bill Unanimous Approval

The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved the measure, which is designed to speed new drugs to market and encourage medical innovation, after reaching a last-minute agreement about how to pay for the legislation. It is expected to reach the House floor for a vote next month.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

Feds Offer To Authorize $1B For Fla. Hospital Funding Tied To Medicaid Stalemate

The funding has been at the heart of the legislature's bitter debate on Medicaid expansion. The offer is $1.6 billion lower than the state received this year, but it may provide enough that lawmakers can come to terms on a budget in a special session next month.

By khnsstapleton

May 22, 2015

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