Latest KFF Health News Stories
On Capitol Hill, Both Parties See Political Advantage In Rep. Ryan’s Newest Plan
The budget proposal offered last week by the Wisconsin Republican would revamp the Medicare system.
State Roundup: Wash. State Exchange Bill Now Law
A selection of state health policy and politics stories from Texas, Washington state, Georgia, Iowa, Oregon, Connecticut and Minnesota.
Setting The Scene: Court Arguments Offer Different Kind Of Drama
With no Twitter, cameras or telephones allowing reports from inside the court, much of the action will take place on the outside. A range of groups have planned demonstrations. All the while, the lawyers involved in the arguments have been busy with “moot court” practice sessions; spectators have been waiting in line in hopes of getting a seat; and stakeholders, such as the health care industry, are anxiously watching for clues to the outcome.
States Brace For Impact Of Health Law Ruling
Even with the health law’s future in question, news reports indicate that some states are pressing forward with implementation, while another — Massachusetts — considers itself untouched by what becomes of the federal law. All the while, the politics of the health overhaul will play a significant role at the state level, too.
N.Y. Seeking Medicaid Waiver; Calif. Adult Services Lawsuit Now ‘Unsettled’
A selection of Medicaid news.
Hospital Happenings: Arizona Nurse Shortage Complication, Other News
A selection of hospital news from New York, Arizona, Massachusetts, Texas and Colorado.
Viewpoints: Walter Dellinger’s Health Care Myths; A ‘Moment Of Truth’ Or End Of Health Reform?
Commentators from around the country offer their views of the historic case being heard at the Supreme Court today.
Politics Provides The Backdrop For Justices’ Consideration Of Health Law
The proceedings at the high court could shake the fall elections in a variety of ways. Even before the arguments begin, both sides of the fight are a bit battleworn from the court’s past rulings and the path that has led to this week’s clashes.
Viewpoints: Enzi, McDermott, Harkin, Nadler, Pelosi Make Their Arguments As Law Heads To Court
In a series of op-eds, several well-known politicians offer their views on the federal health law.
Editorials: Newspapers Call For Justices To Dismiss Challenge To Health Law
Several major news organizations editorialized on the arguments beginning at the Supreme Court today.
Amped Up Health Law Debate Creeps Into Presidential, Congressional Races
Mitt Romney raises his attack on the Democrats’ health care law while GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum assails Romney for championing the Massachusetts health law — and takes the fight to the steps of the Supreme Court.
Viewpoints: Keeping High Court Arguments Away From TV Is ‘National Shame’
Several news outlets call for the Supreme Court to open up to the public through television.
Doctors Adjusting (Or Not) To E-Prescribing, Smartphones
CMS will penalize doctors who fail to reach electronic prescribing rules.
A selection of editorials and opinions on health policy from around the country.
Cheney Surgery Sparks Discussion Of Age And Heart Transplants
Over the weekend, former Vice President Dick Cheney, who is 71, received a new heart after he had waited 20 months.
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about the Supreme Court’s three days of oral arguments regarding the health law.
Supreme Court Watch: Counting Down To Health Law’s Historic Arguments
News outlets previewed the issues before the court, including the individual mandate and the Medicaid expansion.
Komen Facing Fundraising Challenges, Resignations Of Executives
Susan G. Komen has been feeling the effects of the controversy about the withdrawal (and then reinstatement)of its funding for Planned Parenthood.
Medicaid Arguments At Court May Affect Other Federal Programs
The New York Times examines the far-reaching implications of the arguments over the federal health law provision expanding Medicaid. Also, Sen. McConnell uses GOP address to talk about replacing the health law.
Romney Assails Health Law; Obama Embraces ‘Obamacare’
On second anniversary of the law, former Massachusetts governor says, “It’s amazing how many things are wrong with it.” At the same time, the president tweets that Obamacare isn’t a “dirty word.”
