RFK Jr. introduces an autism initiative using Medicare and Medicaid information
On Wednesday, the Trump administration revealed a collaboration between the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), aimed at exploring the underlying causes of autism spectrum disorder. A press release explained that this partnership will provide opportunities to analyze billing data, electronic medical records, and consumer wearables. Health […]
House Republicans clarify misconceptions about Medicaid as reconciliation discussions continue.
As lawmakers returned to work, discussions on the settlement were back on the table—along with the usual criticism. Republicans have been vocal about prioritizing spending cuts, particularly in relation to the ongoing reconciliation talks. Meanwhile, Democrats are pushing back against what they see as misleading narratives that could potentially jeopardize the reconciliation process, but House […]
House Republicans drop one contentious Medicaid proposal as their plan develops
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced on Tuesday that a contentious proposal to reduce federal Medicaid funding has been taken off the table, and another measure in the bill tied to President Trump’s domestic policies is also expected to be removed. These issues have been major concerns for moderate and vulnerable Republicans, and while cuts to […]
New alliance advocates for ongoing health care coverage and Medicaid protection.
Protect Medicaid Coalition Launched in Utah SALT LAKE CITY – A new initiative called the Protect Medicaid Utah Coalition was unveiled on Tuesday, aimed at preserving Medicaid coverage in the state. Members from various regions are coming together to share personal stories illustrating the significance of Medicaid. In 2018, Utah voters made a significant decision […]
We need to reduce Medicaid payments for able-bodied individuals to be more in line with the rates for disabled and low-income children.
During Monday’s episode of Bloomberg’s “Balance of Power,” Rep. Byron Donald (R-FL) discussed the need for lower rates benefitting individuals with disabilities and low-income children. He emphasized the importance of eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse from Medicaid, which is a key point of their ongoing discussions. “Currently, under Medicaid, there’s a scenario where we can […]
Trump budget: GOP discovers new significant holiday deadline amid Medicaid and IRA disagreement
Republicans Aim for July 4th Bill Passage Some Republican leaders are pushing to get a significant piece of legislation that enshrines President Donald Trump’s agenda into law by July 4th. This timing aligns with the 250th anniversary of the United States, and there’s hope that the bill could arrive at Trump’s desk for his signature […]
Republicans consider ‘per capita caps’ to find savings in Medicaid.
House Republicans are trying to move forward with proposals for Medicaid funding cuts, focusing on a “per-capita” model that adjusts federal funding without altering profits significantly. Key Republicans backing this initiative are framing it in a way that avoids the term “cut” to sidestep controversial implications. This proposed plan will transform how Medicaid functions by […]
House Republicans seek agreements on Medicaid and taxes
House Republicans are moving forward with a legislative package that includes several of President Trump’s priorities this week. They’re focusing on contentious issues like Medicaid cuts and limits on state and local tax (SALT) deductions. As Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) seeks to pass “one big, beautiful bill” from the Senate by the end of the […]
The troubling reality behind Republican claims of Medicaid fraud
Right now, the focus for Congressional Republican leaders seems to be on securing substantial savings by cutting down on Medicaid fraud, rather than simply looking at Medicaid profits. This isn’t just a little detail for the White House. You have a president about to push through a tax bill, and a few Republicans may dig […]
DNC aims at four ‘at-risk House Republicans’ to ‘protect Medicaid’; GOP responds
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has kicked off a month-long initiative to “fight to save Medicaid,” focusing on four House Republicans they deem “vulnerable.” The Democrats assert these lawmakers could potentially undermine Medicaid and other essential programs. Republicans responded swiftly on Friday through a statement issued by Fox News Digital. “The Democrats are misleading in […]