Tuesday, August 9, 2022: Payers

A federal lawsuit in Texas is seeking to eliminate the preventive care of the ACA. The plaintiffs argue that the requirement is unconstitutional because some preventive health measures violate the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. According to the Urban Institute,...

Tuesday, August 9, 2022: Providers

HHS announced it will invest nearly $150 million in American Rescue Plan to address staffing shortages in rural areas and advance health equity. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will distribute $60 million to rural communities across 35 states...

Monday, August 8, 2022: D.C. News

The Senate passed Democrat’s $740 billion Inflation Reduction Act by a party-line vote of 51-50, with Vice President Harris casting the tie-breaking vote. The legislation includes provisions to reform the tax code, tackle climate change, lower the cost of prescription...

Monday, August 8, 2022: M&A

CVS is reportedly considering a potential deal to buy Signify Health as the retailer looks to become a bigger provider of in-home health services. According to the Wall Street Journal, CVS is planning to submit an initial bid this week. People familiar with the matter...