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Democrats are holding out on coming to a budget deal over continued subsidies for ACA plans and cuts to Medicaid.

Thirty-four MA plans earned 5 stars in 2026 star ratings.

The University of Toledo's Dr. R. Ryan Sadeghian says hospitals may not always need a chief AI officer; having a trusted leader who understands data science, is respected by physicians and has the board's confidence is more important.

More than 700 rural hospitals across the United States are at risk of closure due to financial hardship.

When skilled nursing facility nurses come onto their shift they can see what's happening with a particular patient and where to pay attention, says Dr. Steve Buslovich, CMO of Senior Care at PointClickCare.

There are increased monthly premiums, out-of-pocket costs and the elimination of some Medicare Advantage plans entirely.

Hospitals increasingly see ASCs not only as a budget item but as a central element of strategy, report says.

The main reason for the increase is the expected end of the premium tax credits.

CMS is expected to release the MA and Part D star ratings next week, ahead of the Oct. 15 Medicare open enrollment.

Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement will continue, but Medicaid payments are dependent on federal appropriation.