A GOP Congressman Backed Medicaid Work Requirements. His Voters Might Be Exempt.
When U.S. Rep. David Valadao defended voting for a bill aimed at reducing Medicare spending…
A GOP Congressman Backed Medicaid Work Requirements. His Voters Might Be Exempt.
When U.S. Rep. David Valadao defended voting for a bill aimed at reducing Medicare spending by billions, the Republican noted his role in securing a key provision that will require some adult beneficiaries to work — a mandate he called “not an unreasonable ask.” But the voters in his California Central Valley district, home to…
Georgia Helped Inspire the Medicaid Work Rules. Its Own Rules Could Soon End.
After years of searching for affordable health insurance, Trey Wright discovered Georgia Pathways to Coverage. The state’s limited Medicaid expansion program allowed the 27-year-old living in the rural city of Jesup in southeastern Georgia to finally visit a primary care doctor regularly. It also covered weekly shots to manage an array of allergies, saving him…
Midstream Health Snags $20M to Provide Health Systems More Financial Stability
Midstream’s Series A round was led by Valtruis, and included participation from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Foundry and CommonSpirit Ventures. The post Midstream Health Snags $20M to Provide Health Systems More Financial Stability appeared first on MedCity News.
Rare Disease Biotech Setara Starts Out With $90M and a Lead Drug in the Clinic
Setara Biosciences’ lead program is a potential treatment for the rare neuromuscular disorder Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2C and the prevalent condition overactive bladder. This small molecule came from Actio Biosciences, which was recently acquired by Jazz Pharmaceuticals. The post Rare Disease Biotech Setara Starts Out With $90M and a Lead Drug in the Clinic appeared…
MMI Raises $125M to Expand Robotic Microsurgery and Explore New Treatments
Medical Microinstruments (MMI) has raised $125 million in Series D financing to expand the reach of its Symani Surgical System and investigate new applications for microsurgery, including an experimental approach to treat Alzheimer’s disease. The post MMI Raises $125M to Expand Robotic Microsurgery and Explore New Treatments appeared first on MedCity News.
What the Midterms Mean for Healthcare and the Investors Betting on It
One question on everyone’s mind is what the impact of the midterm elections will be on the US healthcare system in the near and long term – here are 3 possible outcomes The post What the Midterms Mean for Healthcare and the Investors Betting on It appeared first on MedCity News.
Prestige Is a Business Model
An employer that treats board disclosure, community benefit reporting, and contracting terms as three separate conversations is missing that they are the same conversation. The post Prestige Is a Business Model appeared first on MedCity News.
Behavioral Health Data-Sharing Gaps Can Undermine Patient Care, Panelists Warn
Panelists urged health systems and virtual care vendors to set clear data exchange expectations
AI and Digital Tools Could Transform Clinical Trials, but Patient Involvement Remains Critical
Panelists explored external control arms and digital twins
Employer, Pharmacy Advocates Applaud DOL Final Rule on PBMs
The Department of Labor finalized a rule that seeks to bring more transparency into PBM compensation. The post Employer, Pharmacy Advocates Applaud DOL Final Rule on PBMs appeared first on MedCity News.
