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Despite Pharma Claims, Illicit Drug Shipments to US Aren’t Full of Opioids. It’s Generic Viagra.

By Phil Galewitz March 6, 2023 KFF Health News Original

The FDA has long blocked the importation of cheap medicine, agreeing with pharmaceutical manufacturers that it opens the door to opioids. The agency’s own data shows that rarely happens.

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‘Worse Than People Can Imagine’: Medicaid ‘Unwinding’ Breeds Chaos in States

By Phil Galewitz and Katheryn Houghton and Brett Kelman and Samantha Liss November 2, 2023 KFF Health News Original

As Medicaid programs across the nation review enrollees’ status in the wake of the pandemic, patients struggle to navigate the upheaval.

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After Staying Away During Pandemic, Doctors Return to Lobby Congress

By Phil Galewitz February 17, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Hundreds of physicians came to Washington this week to lobby Congress about their “recovery plan” for physicians, which includes a Medicare pay boost and an end to some frustrating insurance company requirements.

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Harris’ California Health Care Battles Signal Fights Ahead for Hospitals if She Wins

By Bernard J. Wolfson and Phil Galewitz August 5, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Kamala Harris fought health care consolidation during her tenure as California’s attorney general, and she could escalate the fight nationally if she wins in November. Still, the pace of mergers has accelerated.

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Millones en riesgo de perder Medicaid, mientras terminan protecciones por la pandemia

By Phil Galewitz February 2, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Los estados se están preparando para remover a millones de personas de Medicaid, a medida que expiran las protecciones que se implementaron al comienzo de la pandemia de covid-19.

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As Pandemic-Era Medicaid Provisions Lapse, Millions Approach a Coverage Cliff

By Phil Galewitz February 2, 2023 KFF Health News Original

States are trying to reach millions of Medicaid enrollees to make sure those still eligible remain covered and help others find new health insurance.

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KFF Health News' 'What the Health?': Readying for Republican Rule

November 14, 2024 Podcast

With Republicans now set to control the White House, Senate, and House of Representatives starting in January, their health agenda remains unclear. What is clear, however, is that just about anything could be on the table, from Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act, to drug prices and public health. Meanwhile, anti-abortion groups are preparing to fight the implementation of abortion rights ballot measures just passed by voters in seven states. Rachel Roubein of The Washington Post, Anna Edney of Bloomberg News, and Lauren Weber of The Washington Post join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss these stories and more. Plus, for “extra credit,” the panelists suggest health policy stories they read this week that they think you should read, too.

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Government Lets Health Plans That Ripped Off Medicare Keep the Money

By Fred Schulte January 30, 2023 KFF Health News Original

In a surprise decision, U.S. officials yield to insurance industry demands — at least for now.

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States Push Medicaid Work Rules, but Few Programs Help Enrollees Find Jobs

By Sam Whitehead and Phil Galewitz and Katheryn Houghton April 15, 2025 KFF Health News Original

Republicans are pushing to implement requirements that Medicaid recipients work in order to obtain or retain coverage. Some states try to help enrollees find jobs. But states lack the data to show whether they’re effective.

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Medicare’s Push To Improve Chronic Care Attracts Businesses, but Not Many Doctors

By Phil Galewitz and Holly K. Hacker April 18, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Most Medicare enrollees have two or more chronic health conditions, making them eligible for a federal program that rewards physicians for doing more to manage their care. It shows promise in reducing costs. But not many doctors have joined.

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After Tuition, Books, and Room and Board, Colleges’ Rising Health Fees Hit a Nerve

By Phil Galewitz December 19, 2022 KFF Health News Original

Many colleges require students to have health insurance coverage, and the college option can be costly. In addition, some schools mandate that students pay a fee to cover health services on campus.

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Estados desafían a Biden a que baje precios de medicamentos permitiendo importaciones desde Canadá

By Phil Galewitz December 14, 2022 KFF Health News Original

En Estados Unidos se pagan unos de los precios más altos del mundo por los productos farmacéuticos de marca. Los medicamentos son generalmente menos caros en el vecino Canadá, donde el gobierno controla los precios.

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States Challenge Biden to Lower Drug Prices by Allowing Imports From Canada

By Phil Galewitz December 14, 2022 KFF Health News Original

Colorado has joined Florida, New Hampshire, and New Mexico in seeking federal permission to import prescription drugs from Canada. President Joe Biden endorsed the approach in his 2020 campaign but has yet to approve any state plan.

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Covid and Medicare Payments Spark Remote Patient Monitoring Boom

By Phil Galewitz and Holly K. Hacker March 18, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Demand for help monitoring patients’ vital signs remotely has taken off since a Medicare change in 2019. Dozens of companies now push the service to help overburdened primary care doctors — and as a revenue stream. But some policy experts say its growth has outpaced oversight and evidence of effectiveness.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Injects Presidential Politics Into the Covid Vaccine Debate

By Phil Galewitz and Daniel Chang September 18, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Losing ground in the Republican primary, Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida and his top medical advisers dismissed the recent federal recommendation that almost everyone get an updated covid shot.

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KFF Health News' 'What the Health?': On Autism, It’s the Secretary’s Word vs. the CDC’s

April 17, 2025 Podcast

Tensions between Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his employees at the Department of Health and Human Services are mounting, as he made a series of claims about autism this week — contradicting his agency’s findings. Plus, President Donald Trump unveiled an executive order to lower drug prices as his administration explores tariffs that could raise them. Shefali Luthra of The 19th, Jessie Hellmann of CQ Roll Call, and Anna Edney of Bloomberg News join KFF Health News’ Emmarie Huetteman to discuss these stories and more. Plus, KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner interviews two University of California-San Francisco researchers about an upcoming Supreme Court case that could have major ramifications for preventive care.

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In Fight Over Medicare Payments, the Hospital Lobby Shows Its Strength

By Phil Galewitz and Colleen DeGuzman February 13, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Medicare pays hospitals about double what it pays other providers for the same services. The hospital lobby is fighting hard to make sure a switch to “site-neutral payments” doesn’t become law.

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Por qué algunos estados quieren garantizar Medicaid para los niños desde que nacen hasta los 6 años

By Phil Galewitz November 10, 2022 KFF Health News Original

La posibilidad de inscribir a los niños en Medicaid, desde que nacen hasta los 6 años, de manera continua y sin papeleo, ayudaría, entre otras cosas, a prevenir las brechas de cobertura.

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Stopping the Churn: Why Some States Want to Guarantee Medicaid Coverage From Birth to Age 6

By Phil Galewitz November 10, 2022 KFF Health News Original

Oregon has become the first state to allow kids to stay in the government health care program from birth to age 6, no matter if their household income changes. California, Washington, and New Mexico are pursuing similar policies.

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KHN’s ‘What the Health?’: Biden Hits the Road to Sell Democrats’ Record

October 20, 2022 KFF Health News Original

With the midterm elections rapidly approaching, President Joe Biden has taken to the road to convince voters that he and congressional Democrats have delivered for them during two years in power. Among the health issues highlighted by the administration this week are pandemic preparedness and the availability of over-the-counter hearing aids. The president also promised to sign a bill codifying the abortion protections of Roe v. Wade if Democrats maintain control of the House and Senate — even though it’s a long shot that there will be enough votes for that. Sarah Karlin-Smith of the Pink Sheet, Sandhya Raman of CQ Roll Call, and Mary Agnes Carey of KHN join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these topics and more. Plus, for extra credit, the panelists recommend their favorite health policy stories of the week they think you should read, too.

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