Policy and Legislation

The rule finalizes a maximum annual limitation on cost-sharing that is $400 below what CMS proposed in November 2020.

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Biden wants to keep the lower ACA premiums available under the American Rescue Plan.

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Commonwealth Fund authors call for a deeper policy look into a system that limits options for beneficiaries without their knowledge.

The reminder is in response to complaints about charges by providers, which are prohibited under the CDC's vaccination program.

Earlier this month, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky declared racism to be a serious public health threat.

The group is calling for increased flexibility, particularly in the face of a new surge that's taking place in several states.

These providers predominately serve low-income and minority communities.