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A Killing Touches Off Backlash Against Health Insurers

Episode 376

Dec. 12, 2024

The shocking shooting death of UnitedHealthcare’s chief executive in Midtown Manhattan prompted a public outcry about the problems with the nation’s health care system, as stories of delayed and denied care filled social media. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump continues to avoid providing specifics about his plans for the Affordable Care Act and other health issues. Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, Sandhya Raman of CQ Roll Call, and Rachel Cohrs Zhang of Stat join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss these stories and more. Also this week, Rovner interviews Francis Collins, who was the director of the National Institutes of Health and a science adviser to President Joe Biden.

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Federal Judge Halts Dreamers’ Brand-New Access to ACA Enrollment in 19 States

A federal judge sided with 19 states seeking an injunction against a Biden administration rule allowing recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals to enroll in Affordable Care Act coverage and qualify for subsidies amid the annual open enrollment period.

By Julie Appleby

Dec. 10, 2024

KFF Health News On Air

Journalists Dig Into Vaccine Debate and America’s Obesity Rates

KFF Health News staff made the rounds on national and local media in recent weeks to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.

Dec. 7, 2024

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Asking Never Hurts

How Potential Medicaid Cuts Could Play Out in California

As Donald Trump prepares to reenter the White House with a Republican-controlled Congress, health officials and community advocates in California worry that large-scale Medicaid cuts could be enacted as soon as next year. More than 60% of California’s $161 billion Medi-Cal budget comes from Washington.

By Bernard J. Wolfson

Dec. 5, 2024

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Georgia’s Work Requirement Slows Processing of Applications for Medicaid, Food Stamps

Georgia’s ability to process applications for Medicaid and other public benefits has lagged since the launch of Republican Gov. Brian Kemp’s “Pathways” Medicaid work requirement, leaving Georgia with persistently slow Medicaid application processing times.

By Andy Miller, Renuka Rayasam, and Sam Whitehead

Dec. 5, 2024

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9 States Poised To End Coverage for Millions if Trump Cuts Medicaid Funding

About 3.7 million people are at immediate risk of losing health coverage should the federal government cut funding for Medicaid expansions, as some allies of President-elect Donald Trump have proposed. Coverage could be at risk in the 40 states that have expanded Medicaid.

By Phil Galewitz

Dec. 4, 2024

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Bill of the Month

A Toddler Got a Nasal Swab Test but Left Before Seeing a Doctor. The Bill Was $445.

A mom in Peoria, Illinois, took her 3-year-old to the ER one evening last December. While they were waiting to be seen, the toddler seemed better, so they left without seeing a doctor. Then the bill came.

By Bram Sable-Smith

Nov. 27, 2024

Health Brief

Efforts To Curb ACA Enrollment Fraud Face Real-World Test

By Julie Appleby

Nov. 26, 2024

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Florida’s Deloitte-Run Computer System Cut Off New Moms Entitled to Medicaid

Florida discovered a glitch in its Deloitte-run Medicaid eligibility system. The problem, alleged in court testimony, led to new mothers wrongly losing their insurance coverage.

By Daniel Chang and Samantha Liss

Nov. 26, 2024

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Anti-Fraud Efforts Meet Real-World Test During ACA Enrollment Period

The federal government put guardrails in place to limit unauthorized plan sign-ups and switches. But the changes could prove to be a burden to consumers.

By Julie Appleby

Nov. 25, 2024

Health Brief

Federal Watchdog Urges Crackdown on Medicare Advantage Home Visits

By Fred Schulte

Nov. 22, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Readers Embrace ‘Going It Alone’ Series on Aging and Chastise Makers of Pulse Oximeters

KFF Health News gives readers a chance to comment on a recent batch of stories.

Nov. 22, 2024

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TV’s Dr. Oz Invested in Businesses Regulated by Agency Trump Wants Him To Lead

Celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz recently held broad investments in health care, tech, and food companies. Were he confirmed to run the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, his job would involve interacting with giants of the industry that have contributed to his wealth.

By Darius Tahir

Nov. 21, 2024

Washington Power Has Shifted. Here’s How the ACA May Shift, Too.

With a new Trump administration poised to move into the White House and Republicans set to control both chambers of Congress, party leaders are making a to-do list for the Affordable Care Act.

By Stephanie Armour, Sam Whitehead, and Julie Rovner

Nov. 21, 2024

KFF Health News On Air

Journalists Examine Health Care for Native Americans and Recent Food Recalls

KFF Health News and California Healthline staff made the rounds on national and local media in recent weeks to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.

Nov. 16, 2024

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Pay First, Deliver Later: Some Women Are Being Asked To Prepay for Their Baby

Pregnant women are being asked to make large cash payments months before they deliver their babies. Some patient advocates worry this billing practice allows providers to hold treatment hostage.

By Renuka Rayasam

Nov. 15, 2024

What the Health? From KFF Health News

Readying for Republican Rule

Episode 372

Nov. 14, 2024

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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KFF Health News Sues To Force Disclosure of Medicare Advantage Audit Records

Freedom of Information Act case targets HHS inspector general’s reviews of billions of dollars in health plan overpayments.

By Fred Schulte

Nov. 12, 2024

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Watchdog Calls for Tighter Scrutiny of Medicare Advantage Home Visits

Medicare officials defend the use of home visits that often spot medical conditions that are never treated.

By Fred Schulte

Nov. 8, 2024

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Faces of Medi-Cal

California Expanded Medi-Cal to Unauthorized Residents. The Results Are Mixed.

California this year completed its Medi-Cal expansion to include income-eligible residents regardless of their immigration status. This final installment of the “Faces of Medi-Cal” series profiles three of those newly eligible patients and how coverage has affected their health.

By Vanessa G. Sánchez

Nov. 8, 2024

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