The gap in California between state funding and liabilities for state retirees' health and dental benefits is nearly $52 billion. Meanwhile, Nevada officials say cuts in Medicaid program will include rationing of adult diapers and elimination of dentures and hearing aids programs.
(Daily Report) Feb 10, 2010
Efforts are part of a campaign in about three dozen states to fight possible federal mandate, which conservatives argue is unconstitutional.
(Daily Report) Feb 10, 2010
Today, we feature opinions and editorials on preventable medical errors, GOP ideas for health reform and chicken soup for the legislative soul.
(Daily Report) Feb 10, 2010
States grapple with strapped budgets and cuts to programs such as Medicaid.
(Daily Report) Feb 09, 2010
Lawmakers in at least three dozen states push ahead with provisions, Politico reports.
(Daily Report) Feb 09, 2010
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including more reactions to President Obama's health care summit.
(Daily Report) Feb 09, 2010
States grapple with strapped budgets and Medicaid cuts.
(Daily Report) Feb 08, 2010
News outlets across the country report on state health policy developments.
(Daily Report) Feb 08, 2010
Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., won a $300-million Medicaid bonus for her state during health overhaul negotiations, spawning a wave of criticism that Democratic leaders needed to make the so-called "Louisiana purchase" to secure her support for their reform bill.
(Daily Report) Feb 05, 2010
Medicaid costs in many states are expanding deficits while lawmakers and the public struggle to keep up with growth in health costs.
(Daily Report) Feb 05, 2010