Last week, two separate, but related, events in Washington added to the threats facing the Medicare program. First, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), otherwise … [Read more...] about Medicare Under Threat: Health Reform Versus the Ryan Budget
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Health Care Reform On Trial
This week, the Supreme Court heard arguments over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or health care reform). As we wrote last week, ACA helps millions of American families by extending health care to those who are either … [Read more...] about Health Care Reform On Trial
The Second Anniversary of Health Care Reform is Good News Will There be a Third?
It's been two years since President Obama signed the landmark Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law on March 23, 2010.[1] When fully implemented, ACA will provide access to health insurance for virtually all Americans. Along the way to … [Read more...] about The Second Anniversary of Health Care Reform is Good News Will There be a Third?
Investing in Our Future: Strengthening Medicare for 2012 and Beyond
This year brings another election season, another Congressional session, and another opportunity to fortify Medicare, both for those who rely on it now and for future generations. Medicare has been strengthened during the past few years. … [Read more...] about Investing in Our Future: Strengthening Medicare for 2012 and Beyond
Health Care Reform Update: Where Are We, and What’s Up for 2012?
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), passed in March 2010, has been implemented steadily over the past two years.[1] Implementation of various provisions will continue next year and in 2013, with the core of the ACA – expanded health insurance coverage … [Read more...] about Health Care Reform Update: Where Are We, and What’s Up for 2012?
First Appellate Court Rules on Health Reform Law, Holds it Constitutional
In a decision issued earlier today, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued the first appellate decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, often referred to as Healh Care Reform) and held that it was … [Read more...] about First Appellate Court Rules on Health Reform Law, Holds it Constitutional
New Rules for Medicare Advantage and Part D Plans
On April 15, 2011, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued final regulations to provide policy and technical changes to the Medicare Parts C (Medicare Advantage) and D programs.[1] The regulations address concerns raised … [Read more...] about New Rules for Medicare Advantage and Part D Plans
Many Uninsured Individuals with Pre-Existing Conditions Will Find It Easier to Obtain Coverage
Individuals with pre-existing conditions who have been uninsured for six months may now find it easier to obtain coverage through the Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP). PCIP was created by the Affordable Care Act to provide interim … [Read more...] about Many Uninsured Individuals with Pre-Existing Conditions Will Find It Easier to Obtain Coverage
Combating Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Health Care
Combating fraud, waste and abuse in health care and in other federal programs remains a popular refrain for reducing federal expenditures. In a survey conducted by AARP in September 2009, 80% of Medicare beneficiaries age 65 and older agreed that … [Read more...] about Combating Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Health Care
Happy Anniversary, Health Care Reform
One year ago, on March 23, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the Health Care Reform law[1] that will provide access to health insurance for virtually all Americans. As the Center for Medicare … [Read more...] about Happy Anniversary, Health Care Reform