Timeline — Washington
Signals referencing this state on one timeline — one topic-colored bubble row apiece.
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Democrats in talks about expanding Medicare, breaking up large insurers: Report
House Democrats are discussing a healthcare policy agenda that could include an expansion of the Medicare program, the Washington Post reported Sept. 3. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told NBC News that reversing the Medicaid cuts under H.R.1 and reviving enhanced ACA premium tax credits have “uniform Democratic support” ahead of the midterms. But privately, […] The post Democrats in talks about expanding Medicare, breaking up large insurers: Report appeared first on Becker's Payer Iss...
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Medicare Advantage Spending Comparisons Miss Key Costs and Benefits for Seniors, New Analysis Finds
BMA-commissioned analysis identifies gaps in MedPAC methodology as Commission convenes September meeting WASHINGTON —As the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) convenes its September meeting, Better Medicare Alliance today released a … Continue reading "Medicare Advantage Spending Comparisons Miss Key Costs and Benefits for Seniors, New Analysis Finds" The post Medicare Advantage Spending Comparisons Miss Key Costs and Benefits for Seniors, New Analysis Finds appeared first on Bette...
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UnitedHealthcare taps CEO for Washington state Medicaid plan
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Washington has named Scott Williams as CEO. According to an August LinkedIn post, Mr. Williams will work with members, providers, community groups, tribes and state leaders in his role with the Medicaid managed care plan. Prior to this position, Mr. Williams was a vice president of network contracting with UnitedHealth Group. […] The post UnitedHealthcare taps CEO for Washington state Medicaid plan appeared first on Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News .
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CMS Announces Resources, Flexibilities to Assist with Public Health Emergency in the State of Washington
CMS Announces Resources, Flexibilities to Assist with Public Health Emergency in the State of Washington The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced today additional resources and flexibility available in response to a Public Health Emergency (PHE) in Washington state due to emergency conditions resulting from major wildfires, including the Fairview, Autumn Lane, and Old Trails fires near Spokane County beginning Aug.1, 2026, and continuing. CMS is working closely with Washin...