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Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Congress CHIPs Away At Health Insurance For Kids

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Stephanie Armour of The Wall Street Journal, Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times, and Joanne Kenen of Politico discuss Congress’ tardiness in renewing the Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP), and play the parlor game of who might become the new secretary of Health and Human Services. Also, the pod panel interviews Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) about his new Medicare buy-in bill.

Oct. 4, 2017

5 Takeaways From Congress’ Failure To Extend Funding For Children’s Coverage

Federal funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program expired Sept. 30. Many states still have money in their budgets, but they’ll be worried until Congress renews the program.

By Phil Galewitz

Oct. 3, 2017

Latest Scandal Too Much For HHS Secretary Tom Price. He’s Out.

Tom Price resigned from running the Department of Health and Human Services after a series of news stories detailing how he tallied more than $400,000 in private plane travel paid for by taxpayers.

By Julie Rovner

Sept. 29, 2017

Right After Trump Blamed High Drug Prices On Campaign Cash, Drugmakers Gave More

At a political rally in March, President Donald Trump said drug prices are “outrageous” and blamed campaign contributions. Drugmakers funneled nearly $280,000 to Congress the very next day.

By Sydney Lupkin and Elizabeth Lucas

Sept. 27, 2017

Congress’ Cold Shoulder Sends Shivers Through Community Health Centers

The clinics, which serve many poor people, are tightening spending in case Congress doesn’t approve new funding for them before the government’s 2018 fiscal year starts Sunday.

By Rachel Bluth

Sept. 27, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

The GOP Repeal Bill Is Imploding. Here Are 5 Things Left Hanging On Obamacare.

Even though the Affordable Care Act has dodged another legislative bullet, it still faces challenges.

By Julie Rovner

Sept. 26, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Postcard From Capitol Hill: Health Care Hearing’s Action Was In Hallway

Hundreds of protesters were turned away from the Senate’s public hearing on the Graham-Cassidy bill to replace the Affordable Care Act, but they made their feelings known outside the door.

By Rachel Bluth

Sept. 25, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Sen. Collins Announces Opposition To GOP Bill To Replace Obamacare

The statement from the Maine senator came after the Congressional Budget Office said the bill would cause millions of people to become uninsured.

By Julie Rovner

Sept. 25, 2017

News Analysis

Everyone Says We Must Control Exorbitant Drug Prices. So, Why Don’t We?

Any momentum to address prescription drug costs has been lost amid rancorous debates over replacing Obamacare and stalled by roadblocks erected via lobbying and industry cash.

By Jay Hancock

Sept. 25, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

GOP Health Bill’s Changes Go Far Beyond Preexisting Conditions

The measure proposed by Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) would disrupt the existing health system more than any of the measures considered so far this year, according to supporters and critics.

By Julie Rovner

Sept. 22, 2017

Facebook Live: What’s Happening With The Children’s Health Insurance Program?

In this Facebook Live, KHN's Julie Rovner talks to Bruce Lesley, president of First Focus, about the current state of play on CHIP reauthorization.

Sept. 22, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Uncertainty Over Health Care’s Future Hobbles Entrepreneurs

The Affordable Care Act gave some Americans the chance to strike out on their own in new business ventures because they didn't have to worry about keeping a job just for health insurance. But the repeal-and-replace efforts reignited this week create uncertainty about whether they can count on that insurance option in the future.

By Alex Smith, KCUR

Sept. 22, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Zombie Repeal-And-Replace Bill Rises Again

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Joanne Kenen of Politico and Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times discuss Senate Republicans’ last-ditch effort to upend the Affordable Care Act ahead of a Sept. 30 deadline.

Sept. 20, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Last-Ditch Effort By Republicans To Replace ACA: What You Need To Know

Republicans are making a concerted push to unite around a bill sponsored by Sens. Lindsey Graham and Bill Cassidy that would gut major provisions of the federal health law.

By Julie Rovner

Sept. 19, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Health Plans Busting Out All Over

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Joanne Kenen of Politico, Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times and Stephanie Armour of The Wall Street Journal discuss Democratic, Republican and bipartisan health proposals all being pursued in Congress, including the latest version of Sen. Bernie Sanders’ (I-Vt.) “Medicare-for-All” proposal. Plus, for “extra credit,” the panelists recommend their favorite health stories of the week.

Sept. 13, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Postcard From The Hill: Senators Shelve Histrionics In �Թϲ�� Of Obamacare Fix

The Senate health committee is putting aside partisan bickering this month to seek a legislative remedy to a possible spike in Obamacare premiums this fall.

By Rachel Bluth

Sept. 12, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Welcome Back, Congress. Now Get To Work.

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Joanne Kenen of Politico, Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times and Mary Agnes Carey of Kaiser Health News discuss the return of Congress and bipartisan efforts to shore up the individual health insurance market for 2018, as well as renew the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

Sept. 8, 2017

5 Governors Press Congress For Fast Bucks To Secure Obamacare Market In 2018

State leaders tell senators that federal dollars are needed this fall to keep insurers participating in Obamacare next year and prevent big hikes in premiums.

By Julie Rovner and Rachel Bluth

Sept. 7, 2017

Repeal & Replace Watch

Lawmakers Debate How Much Wiggle Room To Give States In Health Care

The federal health law includes a provision that allows states to alter some of its rules if they can think of a better way to provide health care to their residents, but it’s not clear how far outside the box states can go.

By Julie Rovner

Sept. 7, 2017

Congress’ Tight Timetable Complicates Renewal Of Children’s Health Plan

The Senate Finance Committee begins hearings Thursday on the program, which provides coverage to more than 9 million children and is up for renewal on Sept. 30.

By Phil Galewitz

Sept. 7, 2017

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