Arkansas has broached what could be a deal-making compromise for states in a stalemate over whether or not to expand Medicaid. The Arkansas model gives Washington the increased coverage for the poor it wants, and Republicans something that looks less like government and more like business.
(Story) May 01
News outlets also detail the latest expansion news from Oklahoma, Iowa, Georgia, Louisiana and Maine.
(Daily Report) May 01
Medicaid programs in North Carolina and Washington, D.C., also make news.
(Daily Report) May 01
A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.
(Daily Report) May 01
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including coverage of Tuesday's press conference during which President Barack Obama offered his thoughts on the implementation of the health law.
(Daily Report) May 01
Stateline reports that small businesses in these states are seeking relief from the health law's penalities, which could leave them liable for billions that their counterparts in states that expand Medicaid will not have to pay. Meanwhile, the stalemate in Florida continues. News outlets also report on related developments in Colorado, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Missouri and Wisconsin.
(Daily Report) Apr 30
A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.
(Daily Report) Apr 30
California Healthline talks to officials and consumer advocates about changes in the program. Meanwhile, a D.C.-based firm looks likely to get a new contract and Kansas is planning to give more residents services.
(Daily Report) Apr 30
Check out what's new on KHN's blog, Capsules.
(Daily Report) Apr 30
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports that the Obama administration has simplified the application for health insurance benefits under the health law.
(Daily Report) Apr 30