Laurie McGinley

Checking In With Health Insurers’ Chief Lobbyist Karen Ignagni

KFF Health News Original

In just the last few weeks, Karen Ignagni, the health industry’s chief lobbyist, has faced Democratic accusations that insurers are “villains” and “immoral.” In an interview with KHN, Ignagni discussed her take on the Democratic political assault, her industry’s end-game strategy and her unflagging opposition to a public plan.

Hospitals Close to Agreeing to $150 Billion-$170 Billion in Cuts for Health Reform

KFF Health News Original

Exclusive: The hospital industry is nearing a deal with the White House and congressional Democrats to accept Medicare and Medicaid cuts. Such an agreement, coming on the heels of one with the drug industry, would increase momentum for overhauling the health care system by providing additional funds to finance the effort.