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Who's In, Who's Left Out With The Latest Senate Health Care Bill
Thursday, July 13, 2017
Tax breaks for the wealthy would be trimmed, and people would get the option to buy bare-bones plans. But big cuts in Medicaid and changes to coverage for pre-existing conditions remain.
Survey Says: Medicaid Recipients Really Like Their Coverage And Care
Monday, July 10, 2017
A new survey shows that Medicaid beneficiaries are happy with their care and don't have trouble finding a doctor.
For Many, Medicaid Provides The Only Route To Mental Health Care
Sunday, July 09, 2017
The Senate's proposed rollback of the Medicaid expansion could cut off mental health benefits to many people who have gotten care for the first time as a result of the Affordable Care Act.
Will My High Premiums Go Down? More Q&A About The GOP Health Plan
Friday, June 30, 2017
We're answering more questions about the Republican plan to overhaul the Affordable Care Act, including what the proposed changes would mean for healthy young people and for taxes.
Q&A: What Does The Senate Health Bill Mean For Me?
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
The Senate Republicans' plan to overhaul the Affordable Care Act could bring big changes to many Americans' health care coverage. Here are answers to a handful of scenarios from concerned listeners.
From Birth To Death, Medicaid Affects The Lives Of Millions
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Medicaid has become a prime target of Republicans in Congress who want to rein in the program's costs, which totaled $350 billion in 2015. We take a look at what all that money pays for.
Senate Republicans Have Their Work Cut Out For Them With Health Bill
Monday, June 26, 2017
Senators could have another bit of information on Monday to help their decision-making. The Congressional Budget Office is expected to give its assessment of the bill's impact.
Can Republicans In The Senate Get Their Health Bill Passed?
Monday, June 26, 2017
Republicans and Democrats have different priorities for what the health care bill should do. Some Republicans have already come out against the bill and have said they won't vote for the measure.
Morning News Brief: GOP Health Care Bill, Modi To Visit White House
Monday, June 26, 2017
Two GOP factions say they won't back the bill, and the Congressional Budget office soon offers an assessment of the bill's impact. And, President Trump holds meetings with India's Prime Minister Modi.
What The New GOP Health Plan Would And Wouldn't Change
Friday, June 23, 2017
We analyze the new Republican health care bill unveiled by the Senate.
Morning News Brief: Senate Republicans Release Health Care Bill, China Vs. Golf
Friday, June 23, 2017
We look at the bill Senate Republicans have unveiled to overhaul U.S. health care. And China's government is cracking down on golf.
CHART: Who Wins, Who Loses With Senate Health Care Bill
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Senate Republicans are calling their health care bill the Better Care Reconciliation Act. It shares many provisions with the House bill, but goes further in cutting Medicaid.
Senators Working On Health Care Revision Ready To Release Their Plan
Thursday, June 22, 2017
The legislation Senate Republicans are releasing is expected to track the House version that was passed last month. Negotiations have been going on in secret.
Senate Republicans Prepare To Release Details Of Their Health Care Plan
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Negotiations have been going on in secret, with only a small number of members privy to the ins and outs of the bill, but it is widely expected to track the House version that passed last month.
CEOs Say They'll Sell Health Insurance Next Year, But Are Flying Blind
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Health insurers have to let the government know Wednesday if they'll be selling policies on the federal exchange next year. But Congress has yet to tell them what those policies will cover.
Medicaid Cuts In Wisconsin Would Undermine Training For Adults With Disabilities
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Job-coaching and other support services that enable many adults to live in the community instead of institutions will likely be curtailed if the GOP plan to shrink Medicaid becomes law.
Morning News Brief: Democrats Sue Trump, GOP Health Care Plan's Future
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
More than 190 Democrats in Congress are suing President Trump over foreign payments to his businesses. Also, a look at the future of the Republican health care plan, and white phosphorous use in Iraq.
How The GOP Health Plan Looks In The Senate
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
We look at what the Senate is expected to do with the Republican health care plan passed by the House.
Nevada May Become First State To Offer Medicaid To All, Regardless Of Income
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
The Nevada legislature has passed a bill that would allow anyone without health insurance in the state to buy into the Medicaid program, regardless of income. It's awaiting the governor's signature.
Wisconsin Family Stays Together With Help From Medicaid
Monday, June 05, 2017
While Medicaid is best known as a health care program for poor people, more than 80 percent of its budget goes to care for elderly people, disabled people and children.