There is always a lot happening at the federal and state levels, with regard to proposed and implemented changes to the law. Our blog is where we like to share some of those updates that may have an impact on the lives of people in...
There are a number of proposals to expand access to coverage, to try to ensure that every American has access to health insurance coverage. One of those methods for expansion of coverage, is making more people eligible for Medicaid. The Affordable Care Act (ACA or...
These are just a few highlights of topics at the national and state levels that may have a significant impact on the cancer community. National News: Trouble for Rural Hospitals:Dozens of rural hospitals have already closed nationwide this decade. A new report finds that an estimated...
The deadline to enroll in a 2019 Marketplace health insurance plan is December 15!* Do you find it difficult to make health insurance coverage choices? Watch our Animated Videos for a quick break down or check out our webinars for in-depth explanations! Do one of these exceptions...
A lot has happened over the last few weeks at both the national and state levels. These are just a few highlights of topics that may have a significant impact on the cancer community. National News: ACA Lawsuit:Next week, a lawsuit will be heard by...
In an ongoing effort to keep you up to date on the many proposed and approved changes to our health care system and how they might impact the cancer community, this week, we bring you updates from around the country. If you don’t live in one...
There has been discussion in the news over the last few weeks about the President’s decision to allow states to require that people “work” in order to receive Medicaid. This is referred to as the Medicaid work requirement. We want to break down these changes...
Medicaid was created in 1965 as a program for the poor. Today, it helps 74 million people — more than 1 of every 5 people in the U.S. You or someone you know likely benefits. Sources: George Washington University study/Women’s Health Issues journal, The Kaiser Family Foundation Big School...
[caption id="attachment_1232" align="alignright" width="300"] California Senator Ricardo Lara on his #Health4AllKids Tour[/caption] The question of whether or not health care is a right or a privilege has been under discussion across the country. California has taken a step closer to health care being a right. Under SB...
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon Johnson signed Medicaid and Medicare into law at a ceremony in Independence, Missouri. Congress passed the Social Security Amendments of 1965, after three previous Presidents had fought for the creation of a national health plan. Former President Truman was issued...