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Pregnant And Uninsured? Don’t Count On Obamacare

By Phil Galewitz February 18, 2015 KFF Health News Original

March of Dimes, Young Invincibles and Planned Parenthood say that pregnant women should be able to get health coverage outside the three-month open enrollment period.

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.

Why Florida Is No. 1 In Obamacare Enrollment Despite GOP Opposition

By Phil Galewitz February 2, 2015 KFF Health News Original

More Floridians have signed up for private health exchange plans than in any other state thanks to online mapping tools, coordinated outreach efforts and insurers’ involvement — and in spite of Republican opposition.

Indiana Medicaid Expansion May Tempt Other GOP-Led States

By Phil Galewitz January 28, 2015 KFF Health News Original

A three-year agreement between Indiana and the federal government imposes cost-sharing on poor adults and uses a cigarette tax and a fee on hospitals to pay the state’s costs of expanding Medicaid — and could lead to other GOP-led states following suit.

Medicaid Pay Hike Opened Doors For Patients, Study Finds

By Phil Galewitz January 21, 2015 KFF Health News Original

Patients gained access to primary care doctors as a result of the health law’s pay increase, according to the analysis.

High Court Weighs Whether Providers Can Sue States Over Medicaid Pay

By Phil Galewitz January 21, 2015 KFF Health News Original

The Idaho case is being closely watched by states that want to stop such lawsuits, as well as by patient advocates and providers who say patients’ access to care depends on fair rates.

Supreme Court Battle Brewing Over Medicaid Fees

By Phil Galewitz January 12, 2015 KFF Health News Original

States say government should be able to set rates without courts stepping in. Patient advocates and providers say intervention is needed to improve access.

Might Your Workers Be Eligible For Medicaid? Start-Up Helps Employers Find Out

By Phil Galewitz January 7, 2015 KFF Health News Original

BeneStream screens for Medicaid-eligible workers, creating a win-win for both employers and employees.

As Docs Face Big Cuts In Medicaid Pay, Patients May Pay The Price

By Phil Galewitz December 23, 2014 KFF Health News Original

The health law offered a two-year pay raise for primary care doctors who see Medicaid patients to entice them to participate, but that expires Dec. 31.

With 1.5 Million Sign-Ups So Far, Obamacare Enrollment Is Brisk

By Phil Galewitz December 11, 2014 KFF Health News Original

State and federal exchanges report strong interest in 2015 plans, smoother exchange performance and better-trained assisters.

Obamacare Co-Ops Cut Prices, Turn Up Heat On Rival Insurers

By Phil Galewitz December 10, 2014 KFF Health News Original

For-profit carriers complain the upstarts have an unfair edge because of low-interest federal loans.

Nearly 9 Percent Of Medicaid Births Delivered Early For No Medical Reason

By Phil Galewitz December 8, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Study finds that early elective delivery rates are declining but authorities say they are still too high, leading to worse health outcomes for mothers and children.

Reno Finds Medicaid Expansion Tough Hand To Play

By Phil Galewitz October 28, 2014 KFF Health News Original

The community saw its Medicaid enrollment nearly double under the health law, and many new enrollees are experiencing long waits for care.

Seniors’ Obesity-Counseling Benefit Goes Largely Unused

By Phil Galewitz November 20, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Experts say low reimbursements and restrictions on providers have hampered the Medicare program.

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.

Red State Idaho Launches Its Own Obamacare Exchange

By Phil Galewitz November 12, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Idaho will have the only new state marketplace this year, while Oregon and Nevada abandon failed state exchanges and go with healthcare.gov instead.

Republican Gubernatorial Victories Make Medicaid Expansion Unlikely In 5 States

By Phil Galewitz November 5, 2014 KFF Health News Original

Advocates hope Republican governors in other states will move to expand coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

Poll: Many Unaware How Ebola Is Spread

By Phil Galewitz October 16, 2014 KFF Health News Original

A new survey finds the public has a lot to learn about how the Ebola virus is transmitted, which could help explain the growing fears of the disease.

Many On Medicaid See Boost In Benefits As Economy Improves

By Phil Galewitz October 14, 2014 KFF Health News Original

With an improving fiscal climate, many states are increasing benefits for Medicaid recipients and paying their providers more.

Texas and Florida Expand Medicaid

By Phil Galewitz September 29, 2014 KFF Health News Original

They were among 21 states required by Obamacare to broaden eligibility for school-age children.

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