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The governor's proposal was meant to offer a way for some hospitals to withstand the loss of funding that the federal government has said will end soon, as well as the lack of increased revenues since the state has not opted to expand its Medicaid program. That expansion controversy is at the heart of a legislative impasse that has stalled the state budgeting process.
The federal government is picking up all expenses for the new enrollees now but eventually 10 percent of that cost will fall to the states. Plus, states are on the hook for beneficiaries who have moved into Medicaid and qualified under old rules. Also, get a look at one community health clinic in Missouri, which did not expand Medicaid.
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
A selection of opinions on health care from around the country.
News outlets examine health care issues in California, Indiana, Florida, Nevada, North Carolina, Virginia, New York, Maine, Maryland, Pennsylvania and D.C.
After months of contentious debate, Minnesota Democrats and Republicans quietly settled differences on key health spending issues in the waning hours of the legislature. News outlets also report on state budget news in California and New York.
A report to be released today highlights the billing practices of 329 dentists and six orthodontists, which totaled an estimated $118 million for pediatric dental work in 2012. In addition, the Los Angeles Times reports on two California-based doctors -- one who continues to sell unproven treatments even after his license was revoked, and another who was convicted in a prescription drug sting.
Lawmakers agreed to a smaller health care reform compromise, which includes $760,000 in cost-sharing subsidies for low-income residents. The $3.2 million for the proposal would also be eligible for up to $3 million in matching federal funds.
Recent studies and news reports look at a confusing choice for seniors as they contemplate whether to wait for a shingles vaccine that is close to being marketed. Elsewhere, news on a promising new technology for lung cancer and a possible drug regimen that could hold hope for cystic fibrosis patients -- as well as a new machine that pushes the boundaries for health care.
The Associated Press reports on what it terms the "wild west" in the business of medicine. The AP also examines the roll of stem cells in sports medicine.
Republican presidential hopeful John Kasich may have a tough road ahead to the Republican nomination because of his stances that are at odds with some conservatives. Elsewhere, Sen. Ted Cruz, another GOP presidential hopeful, never got health coverage under the health law.
More than 120 investigations into mismanagement and malpractice at the nation's hospitals that care for veterans were made public by the VA's assistant inspector general. And, the system confronts challenges regarding increasing its health professional workforce.
The governor says the federal government shouldn't consider Medicaid expansion an alternative to special funding for hospitals because different groups benefit from the programs. But PolitiFact suggests that isn't the case. In other Medicaid news, the North Carolina Hospital Association is encouraging state officials to adopt a Medicaid reform plan.
A report finds that the 20 states that did not set up their own exchange or expand their Medicaid programs would lose $721 billion in federal funds over the next decade if the Supreme Court rules health law subsidies in those places illegal.
The Associated Press reports on how insurers are not only passing that levy onto customers but also onto states through costs associated with the Medicaid managed care plans. In addition, Reuters details a recent decision by a U.S. district court judge on retiree health plans that is being viewed as a victory for employers.
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
A selection of opinions on health care from around the country.
Each week, KHN compiles a selection of recently released health policy studies and briefs.
News outlets examine health care issues in Massachusetts, Washington, Florida, Kansas, Missouri, California, Louisiana, Connecticut, Texas, New York, Indiana and Maryland.
State legislatures and governors around the country -- including in California, Alabama, Louisiana, North Carolina, Wisconsin -- are in the throes of their annual budget battles.
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