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Concierge Medicine Firm Found Liable For Doctor’s Negligence

By Phil Galewitz February 12, 2015 KFF Health News Original

In what may be the first verdict of its kind, a jury found the concierge medical giant MDVIP responsible for physician’s negligent care of a Boca Raton patient.

Do I Have To Repay Premium Tax Credits If The Marketplace Miscalculated Them?

By Michelle Andrews January 27, 2015 KFF Health News Original

KHN’s consumer columnist answers questions from readers about premiums, the health law’s tax credits and penalties.

HHS Pledges To Quicken Pace Toward Quality-Based Medicare Payments

By Jordan Rau January 26, 2015 KFF Health News Original

As part of their effort to improve quality while cutting costs, federal officials announced Monday that they want programs such as accountable care organizations and bundled care to account for 50 percent of traditional Medicare spending by the end of 2018.

Despite Efforts, Latino ACA Enrollment Lags

By Mary Agnes Carey February 9, 2015 KFF Health News Original

Still, since October 2013, 2.6 million Latinos gained insurance through the health law, according to HHS. As of last June, the percentage of Latinos without health insurance dropped from 36 percent to 23 percent, but Latinos still face extra paperwork and language barriers.

Nearly Half Of South Florida Hospitals Below CDC Standards On Infections

By Nicholas Nehamas, Miami Herald January 14, 2015 KFF Health News Original

The ratings are part of a national effort to cut down on the most common infections patients contract in hospitals.

Consumers Will Pay More Out Of Pocket Next Year For Specialty Drugs

By Julie Appleby December 2, 2014 KFF Health News Original

More insurers selling Affordable Care Act plans will charge consumers higher rates for medicines that treat multiple sclerosis, hepatitis C and other serious illnesses, Avalere studies say.

Wall Street Is Bullish On 2015 Obamacare Enrollment

By Julie Appleby November 21, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Analysts project that 11 million people will sign up in 2015 — and more will be younger and healthier.

Pa. Man Hates The Law That Will Pay For His Health Insurance

By Robert Calandra, Philadelphia Inquirer December 10, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Self-employed accountant is one of an estimated 600,000 low-income Pennsylvanians who will be eligible for expanded Medicaid beginning Jan. 1.

What To Know About Medicare’s Enrollment Period

By Mary Agnes Carey and Julie Rovner November 13, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Though not a part of the health law’s open enrollment period, Medicare’s enrollment period runs during some of the same time period. Changes to Medicare advantage and the so-called Medicare prescription drug “doughnut hole” are taking center stage.

When Health Care Is Far From Home

By Daniela Hernandez Photos by Heidi de Marco March 2, 2015 KFF Health News Original

The biggest barrier to treatment for residents of a tiny town in the mountains of Northern California isn’t insurance coverage– it’s distance.

What Ails You? New Tool Sheds Light On Health Care Prices

February 26, 2015 Morning Briefing

The website, named Guroo, lets consumers search for prices for 70 medical services across 41 states and the District of Columbia to help inform their decisions on where to seek health care.

Restaurant Owner Struggles To Afford Health Insurance

By Heidi de Marco August 1, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Sandra Lopez, 41, owns Las Fajitas, a popular Mexican restaurant in Newport Beach, Calif. She has to make decisions about health insurance coverage for her family and her business under the Affordable Care Act.

Millions Of Medicaid Kids Missing Regular Checkups

By Phil Galewitz November 13, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Administration improves screening rates, but needs to do more to ensure that poor children get recommended health care, says HHS inspector general.

By Sandra G. Boodman December 16, 2014 KFF Health News Original

The recent death of Joan Rivers, who suffered cardiac arrest at a center in New York, highlights some of the concerns among consumer advocates.

More Scrutiny Coming For Medicare Advantage, Obamacare

By Fred Schulte, The Center For Public Integrity November 3, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Federal officials are planning a wide range of audits into billing and government spending on managed health care in the new fiscal year, ranging from private Medicare Advantage groups that treat millions of elderly to health plans rapidly expanding under the Affordable Care Act.

Poll: ACA Gains Support

March 19, 2015 Morning Briefing

The Kaiser Family Foundation’s latest tracking poll found that though 43 percent of respondents had an unfavorable opinion of the law, 41 percent had a favorable view — the smallest gap since the fall of 2012. The poll also explored a number of other issues, including public thoughts on the Supreme Court’s current consideration of Obamacare subsidies.

One-Quarter Of ACOs Save Enough Money To Earn Bonuses

By Jordan Rau September 16, 2014 KFF Health News Original

About a quarter of the 243 groups of hospitals and doctors that banded together as accountable care organizations under the Affordable Care Act saved Medicare enough money to earn bonuses, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced Tuesday. Those 64 ACOs earned a combined $445 million in bonuses, the agency said. Medicare saved $372 […]

CDC Survey Finds Drop In Uninsured

By Jordan Rau September 16, 2014 KFF Health News Original

This KHN story can be republished for free. (details) UPDATED AT 12:10 P.M. The federal government’s first survey of the nation’s insured rate since the health care law’s new marketplaces began found a decrease in the number of adults without coverage, particularly among young adults. The National Health Interview Survey of people during the first […]

North Carolinian Credits Early Cancer Diagnosis To New Health Coverage

By Ann Doss Helms, The Charlotte Observer October 20, 2014 KFF Health News Original

In March, after Kimberly Tonyan got health insurance through the Affordable Care Act exchange, she spoke at a news conference urging others to enroll. Her 11-year-old twins stood at her side in Raleigh, N.C. “You have nothing to lose,” the Cornelius woman said, “but your life.” Little did she know. This copyrighted story comes from […]

Win-Win? CVS Joining Forces With Hospitals, Doctors

By Shefali Luthra September 24, 2014 KFF Health News Original

The pharmaceutical giant’s latest deal is with MedStar Health, in the Washington, D.C., area.

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