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Enrollment would increase by 4.8 million, but it would also increase federal deficits by $246.9 billion over a nine-year span.
Two pediatric cases were reported in the United States last week.
Researchers argue quality measures must connect directly to reimbursement.
Seventy-four percent of patients schedule their appointments over the phone or in person, but 36% would prefer to schedule online.
Implementation is expected to promote more consistent use of nationally standardized quality measures and promote health equity.
Expenses are eroding margins, and it's happening quickly due to elevated labor, supply and capital costs.
Costs are impacted both in the immediate aftermath of a gun violence incident and in the long term due to the physical and mental toll it causes.
Revenue and reimbursement from insurers has not kept pace, resulting in "unprecedented net operating losses" nationally.
Grantees will provide enrollment and renewal assistance to children and their families, as well as expectant parents.
Medical enrollment hit 47.1 million members as of June 30, a 6.1% increase from a year ago.