Montana May Be Model For Future Medicaid Work Requirement
The Obama administration has said no to many states' requests to take more control over Medicaid. But the incoming Congress and new White House team may be more amenable.
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Revised Special Insurance Enrollment Rules Shift Burden To Consumers
Consumers who want to sign up for health coverage on the federal marketplace after the usual deadline passes may need to do extra work to show they qualify for special enrollment later.
How Fast Could GOP Congress Get Obamacare Repeal To Trump's Desk?
GOP leaders hope to deliver a bill by Inauguration Day that repeals the Affordable Care Act. But budget veterans say even the quickest attempt would take a week or two longer, and maybe months.
Caring For A Loved One At Home Can Have A Steep Learning Curve
People caring for someone at home often have zero training. Many learn on the fly, and some states are passing laws to make sure caregivers get at least basic instruction in home care.
As He Leaves The Senate, Harry Reid Says He's 'Hopeful' On Trump
The Nevada Democrat, who is wrapping up a 30-year run in Congress, says: "I agree with the American people. I don't have a real high regard for Congress either, because we're not getting things done."
Signed Out Of Prison But Not Signed Up For Health Insurance
Most of the state prison systems in the places that expanded Medicaid under Obamacare have come up short on enrolling exiting inmates, despite the fact that many of them are chronically ill.
In House Majority Leader's Home District, Many Depend On Health Law He Wants To Scrap
Some constituents of Rep. Kevin McCarthy who favor the law, or rely on it, see a conflict between his stated goals as a national leader and the needs of so many people in his home district.
Only 26 Percent Of Americans Support Full Repeal Of Obamacare, Poll Finds
As Republicans debate how to keep their promise to dismantle Obamacare, a Kaiser poll suggests that the law has strong support for some key provisions.
Millions Of People Are Having An Easier Time Paying Medical Bills
The number of people who say they are struggling to pay medical bills has dropped by 13 million in the past five years, a study finds. An improving economy and the Affordable Care Act are why.
Women Could Pay More Than Men For Health Care Under Trump
The Affordable Care Act requires that insurers cover maternity services, birth control and screening such as mammograms. Trump administration plans to repeal Obamacare could end that.