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Podcast: KHN’s ‘What The Health?’ ‘Medicare-For-All’ For Dummies

The “Medicare–for-all” debate is already in full swing, but what does that phrase even mean? Joanne Kenen of Politico, Paige Winfield Cunningham of The Washington Post and Rebecca Adams of CQ Roll Call join KHN’s Julie Rovner for a beginner’s guide to the next big health policy debate. For “extra credit,” the panelists provide their favorite health policy stories of the week, and as a special Valentine’s Day bonus, their favorite #HealthPolicyValentines.

Feb. 14, 2019

Beyond Beltway’s ‘Medicare-For-All’ Talk, Democrats In States Push New Health Laws

As calls for "Medicare-for-all" grow louder among Democrats in Congress, Democratic governors and mayors have been pushing ahead with urgency to corral medical costs and bring health care to those who remain uninsured.

By Sarah Varney

Feb. 14, 2019

Can California Beat The Federal Government In Lowering Drug Prices?

Unwilling to wait for federal action, California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he has a plan that could extract discounts from drugmakers and save the state money — one he hopes other states can join.

By Samantha Young

Feb. 14, 2019

Bill Of The Month

Texans Can Appeal Surprise Medical Bills, But The Process Can Be Draining

In Texas, many people have a right to mediation of medical bills. But the concept can be off-putting, and patients often think they need a lawyer, which isn't the case.

By Ashley Lopez, KUT

Feb. 13, 2019

False Lead: Senator’s Offer To Help Patient Import Cheap Insulin Goes Nowhere

Sen. Mike Enzi said he knew of a foundation that would import insulin for patients, but it doesn’t appear to exist.

By Jay Hancock

Feb. 11, 2019

Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes

Newsletter editor Brianna Labuskes wades through hundreds of health articles from the week so you don’t have to.

By Brianna Labuskes

Feb. 8, 2019

Podcast: KHN’s ‘What The Health?’ A ‘Healthy’ State Of The Union

Health was a featured player in President Donald Trump’s 2019 State of the Union address. The president set goals to bring down prescription drug prices, end the HIV epidemic in the U.S. and cure childhood cancer, among other things. Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times, Anna Edney of Bloomberg News and Alice Ollstein of Politico join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and, for “extra credit,” provide their favorite health policy stories of the week. Rovner also interviews KHN senior correspondent Phil Galewitz about the current “Bill of the Month” feature.

Feb. 7, 2019

Trump Highlights Health Agenda With Vow To Lower ‘Unfair’ Drug Prices

The president laid out a series of goals, including lowering prescription prices, pursuing an end to the HIV epidemic and boosting funding for childhood cancers.

By Julie Rovner

Feb. 6, 2019

Ideas To Curb Surprise Medical Bills Percolate With Rare Bipartisan Push

The recent declaration by President Donald Trump that taming unexpected medical bills would be a top priority for his administration echoed through the halls of Congress.

By Shefali Luthra and Emmarie Huetteman

Feb. 5, 2019

Transparent Hospital Pricing Exposes Wild Fluctuation, Even Within Miles

A new federal rule requires hospitals to post their prices online. These lists reveal the wildly different charges for basic procedures and services, but consumers will have a hard time putting this information to use.

By Harriet Blair Rowan

Feb. 4, 2019

Winners And Losers Under Bold Trump Plan To Slash Drug Rebate Deals

The White House and HHS want to eliminate a “shadowy system of kickbacks” in the drug industry pipeline.

By Jay Hancock

Feb. 1, 2019

Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes

Newsletter editor Brianna Labuskes wades through hundreds of health articles from the week so you don’t have to.

By Brianna Labuskes

Feb. 1, 2019

Podcast: KHN’s ‘What The Health?’ Live From D.C.: A Look Ahead At Health Policy In 2019

Congress and President Donald Trump are starting to wrestle with health policy issues, and health is already a key debate point in the early run-up to the 2020 Democratic presidential primaries. Might any major health policy legislation be passed and signed this year? Joanne Kenen of Politico, Anna Edney of Bloomberg News and Kimberly Leonard of The Washington Examiner, along with special guest Tom Miller of the American Enterprise Institute, join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and take questions from a live studio audience.

Jan. 31, 2019

Congress Wades Into Emotional Debate Over High-Cost Prescription Drugs

Key House and Senate committees kick off hearings on drug prices, and patients’ families weigh in with tragic stories.

By Emmarie Huetteman and Rachel Bluth

Jan. 29, 2019

Bill of the Month

Hope You’re Sitting Down: Hospital Charges $4,700 For A Fainting Spell

A 39-year-old man fainted after getting a flu shot at work, and a colleague called 911. He turned out to be fine, but the trip to the ER cost him his whole deductible.

By Phil Galewitz

Jan. 28, 2019

Analysis: Pulling Back Curtain On Hospital Prices Adds New Wrinkle In Cost Control

The Trump administration has ordered hospitals to reveal their prices. If patients and politicians pay attention, this could be a game changer for health care.

By Elisabeth Rosenthal

Jan. 28, 2019

Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes

Newsletter editor Brianna Labuskes wades through hundreds of health articles from the week so you don’t have to.

By Brianna Labuskes

Jan. 25, 2019

Bill of the Month

Trump Zeroes In On Surprise Medical Bills In White House Chat With Patients, Experts

Patients and doctors got a chance to share their nightmarish experiences with medical bills with President Donald Trump and other top White House officials.

By Emmarie Huetteman

Jan. 23, 2019