GOP-led House passes bill to block the use of Medicaid funds for transgender care for minors

The GOP-controlled House passed a bill that would block Medicaid funds from being used for gender identity care to minors.

HHS: No Medicare, Medicaid to hospitals offering gender care to minors

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced new rules that restrict transgender minors' access to gender-affirming care.

HHS unleashes sweeping crackdown on child ‘sex-rejecting procedures,’ threatens hospital, Medicaid funding

HHS proposes blocking Medicare and Medicaid funding for gender transition procedures on patients under 18, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calling such treatments malpractice.

What's changing about healthcare in 2026 — Medicare, Medicaid, ACA, premiums, and enrollment deadlines

Health insurance costs are expected to rise in 2026 as ACA subsidies expire and new rules take effect. Here's what enrollees need to know.
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UnitedHealthcare agrees to extend Louisiana Medicaid contract with state for 90 days

The Louisiana Department of Health on Thursday announced UnitedHealthcare will continue to provide Medicaid coverage for 90 days until March 31

Medicaid vs. Long-Term Care Insurance: What You Need to Know

Compare Medicaid and long-term care insurance to determine the best coverage for your needs. Understand key differences in benefits, flexibility, and cost.

Owners of Atlanta behavioral health center indicted for Medicaid fraud, Georgia AG says

The owners of an Atlanta behavior health center are facing dozens of charges after prosecutors say they defrauded Medicaid of more than $1.4 million.
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Louisiana adds 90 days to big Medicaid contract after concerns about impact on patients

Legislators raised concerns about how the contract was set to end abruptly, potentially causing problems for patients.