A recent Washington Post article highlighted the importance of increased access to health insurance, made possible by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), during the catastrophic COVID-19 pandemic. Citing federal data, the article reports that about … [Read more...] about Affordable Care Act: Millions Have Benefited Despite Sabotage
The Fight
Center for Medicare Advocacy’s Statement on Supreme Court ACA Oral Argument
The Center for Medicare Advocacy strongly opposes the meritless lawsuit being argued today at the Supreme Court, in which several states, with the support of the current Administration, seek a full dismantling of the Affordable Care Act. Striking … [Read more...] about Center for Medicare Advocacy’s Statement on Supreme Court ACA Oral Argument
Five Days until the Affordable Care Act is in Front of the Supreme Court
In five days, on November 10, the Supreme Court hears arguments about the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in California v. Texas. This ongoing litigation challenges the ACA’s individual mandate, but raises questions about … [Read more...] about Five Days until the Affordable Care Act is in Front of the Supreme Court
Dismantling the Affordable Care Act Would Harm Medicare and Medicare Beneficiaries
Spotlight on Medicare’s Financial Stability The Supreme Court will review the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) this term in California v. Texas, with oral argument scheduled for November 10, 2020. This ongoing … [Read more...] about Dismantling the Affordable Care Act Would Harm Medicare and Medicare Beneficiaries
Dismantling the Affordable Care Act Would Harm Medicare and Medicare Beneficiaries
Spotlight on Closing the Part D Coverage Gap (“Donut Hole”) The Supreme Court will review the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) this term in California v. Texas, with oral argument scheduled for November 10, 2020. This … [Read more...] about Dismantling the Affordable Care Act Would Harm Medicare and Medicare Beneficiaries
Dismantling the ACA Would Harm Medicare and Medicare Beneficiaries | Highlight on Preventive Services
The Supreme Court will review the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) this term in California v. Texas, with oral argument scheduled for November 10, 2020. This ongoing litigation challenges the ACA’s individual mandate, but raises … [Read more...] about Dismantling the ACA Would Harm Medicare and Medicare Beneficiaries | Highlight on Preventive Services
Supreme Court Nomination Could Have Devastating Consequences for the Affordable Care Act and Medicare
A Statement from the Center for Medicare Advocacy If Judge Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed to the Supreme Court, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and its critical protections for people who rely on Medicare will be in mortal danger. Hearings begin … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Nomination Could Have Devastating Consequences for the Affordable Care Act and Medicare
Candidates: Don’t Forget Medicare
As the nation prepares for the November election and debates, health care news and concerns are understandably dominated by COVID-19. Amid the pandemic, the Center for Medicare Advocacy urges candidates to remember the increased need for health … [Read more...] about Candidates: Don’t Forget Medicare
Medicare’s Finances – Challenges and Solutions
As discussed in a previous CMA Alert, in April 2020, the Medicare and Social Security Trustees released their 2020 annual report, which offers projections concerning the fiscal health of the Medicare and Social Security programs. At that time, … [Read more...] about Medicare’s Finances – Challenges and Solutions
With Next COVID Relief Bill Stalled, President Trump Issues Directives of Questionable Authority and Threatens Social Security and Medicare
At the time of this writing, an impasse continues regarding the next COVID-19 relief bill. In May, the House of Representatives passed the HEROES Act, a $3.4 trillion COVID relief package; in July the Senate GOP introduced the HEALS Act, a $1 … [Read more...] about With Next COVID Relief Bill Stalled, President Trump Issues Directives of Questionable Authority and Threatens Social Security and Medicare