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Medicare to End Premium Stabilization Program for Standalone Drug Plans

CMS is ending the Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration after 2026. Here is what it did and what seniors will learn in September.

Medical Daily · Jul 29

CMS Flags 50 Medicaid Providers in Data Sweep, Including Billing for Tests Patients Did Not Need

CMS says its Medicaid Fraud War Room flagged 50 providers and blocked $203 million. Here is what it means if your provider is on the list.

Medical Daily · Jul 29

Four States Now Activate Medicaid Before Jail Release as New Federal Law Pressures the Rest

Four states now enroll people in Medicaid before release from jail. H.R. 1 has forced three others to pause, and outcome data is not in yet.

Medical Daily · Jul 29

Here's What Ending the Medicare Drug Subsidy Really Means for Your Parents' Premiums in 2027

Washington is ending a subsidy that held down Medicare drug premiums. Officials say costs will barely move, but most of the 25 million enrollees face higher 2027 bills.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

Trump administration to end Medicare Part D subsidy after 2026

The Trump administration will end a Medicare Part D subsidy program after 2026. Insurers have gained enough experience to price plans accurately without this support. CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz stated premiums will increase by less than ten dollars. Many Medicare recipients may even see their premiums decrease next year.…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

Medicare 2027 Projections: Here's How Much Your Monthly Premiums Are Estimated to Rise

In 2027, Medicare participants will pay more for their health care. Fortunately, Part B costs are expected to rise less than 5%.

Kiplinger · Jul 28

Nebraska Has Been Running Medicaid Work Checks Since May. Every Other Expansion State Has Five Months.

Nebraska started Medicaid work checks in May. Forty other states and D.C. have until January, at roughly $15 million each. Who is ready?

Medical Daily · Jul 28

Federal Medicaid Work Rule Takes Legal Effect Friday as a Judge Weighs Whether to Pause It

The Medicaid work rule takes effect July 31, and CMS projects 2.3 million fewer enrollees in FY2027. What enrollees should check before August 31.

Medical Daily · Jul 28

Denied Coverage For Wegovy Or Zepbound? Here Is What The Latest Value Assessment Says About Price And Access

Denied for Wegovy or Zepbound? A new value analysis explains why plans refuse coverage and what exceptions and appeals actually involve.

Medical Daily · Jul 27

CMS Data Show 3 Million Fewer People Actually Covered by Marketplace Plans, and Those Who Stayed Face Record Deductibles

CMS data show marketplace enrollment fell to 19.2 million. Those who stayed shifted to bronze plans with record $3,786 average deductibles.

Medical Daily · Jul 27