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CMS releases Medicaid/CHIP data, scorecard

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services last week released the first data from its Transformed Medicaid Statistical Information System (T-MSIS), an initiative to improve the scope and quality of state-reported Medicaid data.

MACPAC examines access to medication-assisted treatment

Medicaid policies to manage and control medication-assisted treatment vary widely by state, according to a report to Congress by the Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission.

Study: Medicare for America proposal would reduce private coverage

The Medicare for America Act could force one-third of American workers off employer-sponsored health insurance, according to a study by KNG Health Consulting prepared for the Partnership for America’s Health Care Future.

Federal judges block public charge rule from taking effect nationwide

A federal judge in Washington state today blocked nationwide a Department of Homeland Security final rule from taking effect that would limit the ability of legal immigrants to adjust or extend their immigration status or gain full citizenship based on their prospective receipt of public benefits.

Hospital groups urge court to stop DHS public charge rule

The rule would force millions of immigrants “to choose between accepting public services and accepting a green card … an impossible choice,” the brief states. 

CMS announces hurricane waivers for North Carolina

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced a number of efforts underway to support North Carolina in response to Hurricane Dorian.

CMS issues Medicaid/CHIP guidance on immigrant sponsor requirements

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services today issued guidance for states on how to determine certain sponsored immigrants’ eligibility for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

CMS releases Medicaid and CHIP Scorecard

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services today released its Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program Scorecard, intended to reflect each state’s progress in increasing the reporting of beneficiary health outcomes.

AHA comments on potential change to poverty measure inflation factor

The AHA today urged the Office of Management and Budget to continue using the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in making annual adjustments to the Official Poverty Measure.

MedPAC, MACPAC issue June reports to Congress

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission Friday issued its June report to Congress, which includes several recommendations approved by the panel during its January and March meetings.