Latest KFF Health News Stories
The Wall Street Journal reports on how a health law regulation could undermine Democrats’ efforts to attract hispanic voters.
First Edition: September 19, 2012
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including a series of reports detailing who makes up Romney’s so-called “47 percent” who get tax breaks and what federal assistance they receive — whether it is Medicare, Medicaid or another entitlement program.
Some States Mull Partial Medicaid Expansion Under Health Law
Also in the news, a report about how a ruling barring health coverage for illegal immigrants, allowed to stay in the United States because they were brought here as young children, is angering Hispanic groups.
Health Policy Issues Are Hot Topic Online In Key States
CNN reports that news stories related to the health law and other health policies are being shared online more than those about other issues.
Health IT Firms Scrambling For Workers
Technicians are needed to help hospitals develop and use electronic health records. Other reports look at the efforts to develop secure and efficient digital records.
IOM Report: Military Needs To Do More To Treat, Prevent Drug And Alcohol Abuse
The Institute of Medicine found that the military’s programs don’t keep up with standard medical practices used in civilian life and that health care providers aren’t adequately trained at all levels.
GE Feels Pinch Of Drop In Advanced Medical Imaging
A medical imaging slowdown has been fueled in part by the company’s own health plan, according to The Wall Street Journal.
The Number Of Physicians In Congress Could Grow By 50 Percent
In other news regarding House and Senate races, The New York Times reports on a New Jersey race in which Medicare is a key issue.
Several news outlets look at issues related to prisoner health.
State Roundup: Filipino Nurses In Calif. Win $1M In Language Discrimination Suit
A selection of health policy stories from California, Texas, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and Kansas.
A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.
Health Interest Groups Strategize To Stop Automatic Cuts
Industry lobbyists hope the “shock value” of last week’s White House report detailing the reach of the cuts will add momentum to efforts to persuade Congress to repeal the legislation before reductions start in January.
New Book Offers View Inside Supreme Court’s Health Law Discussions
News outlets report on Jeffrey Toobin’s new book, which offers insights regarding some of the internal happenings that surrounded the Supreme Court’s landmark decision on the health law.
First Edition: September 18, 2012
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including a New York Times’ report about the health law’s limits on young immigrants who will be allowed to stay in the United States as part of a new federal policy.
News outlets report on both the progress and difficulties states are facing as they attempt to establish health exchanges and meet other health law requirements. Meanwhile, Vermont is hoping to move beyond the federal law as it tries to set up a single-payer system.
Medicare, Health Overhaul Playing Key Role On The Campaign Trail
The Associated Press offers an issue breakdown regarding the health law positions taken by President Barack Obama and GOP presidential hopeful Mitt Romney while The Washington Post examines new studies that detail how Romney’s Medicare proposals might impact seniors.
GOP Lawmakers Investigate Aspects Of Health Law’s Implementation
House Republican lawmakers are questioning hiring practices at the Department of Health and Human Services as well as how the Internal Revenue Service will enforce provisions of the health law.
State Roundup: Mont. Settlement Money To Pay For Uninsured’s Prescription Drugs
A selection of health policy news from Montana, Massachusetts, Georgia, Minnesota, California and Arizona.
VP Candidate Ryan Levels Sharp Critique Of Obama Abortion Position
The GOP vice presidential pick made these comments while speaking to a conservative audience at the Values Voter Summit in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, Planned Parenthood was quick to hit back.
Health Law Complexities Create Challenges For Va. Senate Candidates
The Washington Post reports on how the challenges surrounding the implementation of the overhaul are leading Senate candidates in Virginia to some nuanced positions. Meanwhile, Kaiser Health News tracked weekend news coverage of statement by House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi on why she thinks the GOP position on Medicare will help Democrats take back the House.
