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GAO Report Points To Challenges In Setting Up Federal Health Insurance Marketplaces

Mary Agnes Carey, Julie Appleby, Jenny Gold — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:05:00 GMT

The report says that the administration "has many key activities remaining to be completed."

Health Law Provisions To Expand Kids' Dental Coverage May Fall Short, Advocates Say

Mary Agnes Carey — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:32:46 GMT

Some lawmakers and children's advocates say that without changes, certain health law provisions designed to expand children's dental coverage may not work as intended.

GAO: Smooth And Timely Launch Of Health Exchanges Unsure

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:05:00 GMT

The report by the Government Accountability Office noted that the federal government has missed several deadlines, and there is a risk it won't be ready to open the online marketplaces Oct. 1. But the report also noted some positive signs.

'Get Covered America' Campaign Launched By Nonproft Group

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:04:00 GMT

In an effort to sign up people for the new health coverage that will become available this fall, Enroll America is one of a number of organizations launching aggressive health law outreach campaigns.

State Highlights: Ark. AG Asks State Supreme Court To Uphold J&J Fine; N.Y. Abortion Measure To Get Separate Vote

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:38:00 GMT

A selection of health policy stories from Arkansas, New York, Massachusetts and California.

Report: Improper Prescription Drug Use Drives Up Cost Of Care

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:36:51 GMT

Doctors and hospitals could save the U.S. $213 billion annually if they used prescription drugs more wisely, according to IMS health.

AMA: Obesity Is A Disease

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:36:31 GMT

Going against a recommendation by one of its committees to label it only a "major public health problem," the American Medical Association has recognized obesity as a disease.

CBO Finds Immigration Bill Would Save Gov't. Money

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:36:11 GMT

The Congressional Budget Office estimated the measure would save $175 billion dollars, but lawmakers question how this would play out for entitlement programs such as Medicare.

House Passes Ban On Abortion After 20 Weeks Of Pregnancy

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:36:00 GMT

House lawmakers Tuesday passed a nationwide ban on abortion after 20 weeks of pregnancy -- one of the most far-reaching federal bills on abortion in years. The bill, which faces long odds in the Senate and even longer odds to get the president's signature, is unlikely to ever become law.

Senate Finance Committee Examines Health Care Prices; Steven Brill Testifies

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:35:47 GMT

The journalist, who examined the issue of the high cost of health care in a much-quoted March 2013 Time magazine article, appeared during a Capitol Hill hearing.

Viewpoints: Urgency Has Slipped Away For 'Grand Bargain'; The Need To Scrutinize Drug Competition; Restore Funding To 'Meals On Wheels'

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:35:27 GMT

A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.

Texas Senate Approves Abortion Restrictions, Prompting Access Fears

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:35:19 GMT

Texas lawmakers on Tuesday approved three pieces of legislation that tighten the state's abortion restrictions, prompting worries that abortion clinics could close because of the changes.

Poll: Young Adults Consider Health Insurance Important

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:34:51 GMT

A poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation found a strong majority of young adults believe health insurance is worth the money.

Medicaid Chief Signals That State Enrollments May Start Slowly

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:33:51 GMT

But Cindy Mann says that she is confident states will be ready by October to cover the new enrollees who will gain access to the safety net program.

Patients Press Forward With Health Apps

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:33:00 GMT

Fox News reports how one specific app is helping give patients more access to their doctors while Kaiser Health News and WBUR look at how the increase in available apps also raises questions about what works and doesn't.

Political Cartoon: 'Intelligent Design?'

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:32:35 GMT

Take a look at KHN's lighter side, featuring today's cartoon and health policy haiku.

First Edition: June 19, 2013

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:00:19 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including Today's reports the development of the health law's online marketplaces is falling behind schedule.