Apr 03, 2024

Hey there! I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to share some exciting news with you. It looks like more kids than ever are covered through the ACA, which is great news for families who may have experienced the nationwide Medicaid enrollment purge. The transition to ACA marketplaces may come with tradeoffs, but it’s providing wider choices of providers for families.

In other news, the Biden administration is standing firm on its proposal to cut Medicare Advantage plans’ base pay, which is sending shares of some insurers falling. However, officials say enrollees’ benefits should remain stable next year, which is reassuring.

On the health front, a person in Texas is being treated for bird flu after exposure to dairy cattle presumed to be infected with the virus. The patient is recovering and health officials are monitoring the situation closely.

And finally, federal officials have ordered hospitals to get patients’ consent before undergoing sensitive examinations, aligning with state laws and standards of care. This is a positive step towards patient consent and care.

That’s all for now. Take care and stay healthy!

Summy

Stay Well!