Medicare

AHIP Medicare, Medicaid, and Duals Conference Wrap Up

By Lauren Barca, MHA, RN – The headlines for 2025 Medicare, Medicaid, and dual-eligible programs are rife with concerns about proposed changes. While those worries were certainly a topic of discussion at AHIP’s recent Medicare, Medicaid, Duals, and Commercial Markets Forum in Baltimore, Maryland, they weren’t the only story.


An Open Letter to Medicare on Interoperability

By Jim Tate – Medicare has a long history of taking bold actions. In 2003 electronic claims submission was mandated. In 2011, CMS established the EHR Incentive Programs to promote the adoption and meaningful use of certified electronic health record technology.


AMA Backs Bill to Block Medicare Cuts

A bipartisan group of 10 House members introduced a bill recently to stop the 2.83 percent cut in Medicare payments to physician practices this year while providing a 2 percent payment update, aiming to stabilize physician practices and protect patients’ access to care.



Medicare Advantage Poised for Growth – Unfazed by Market Shifts and Critic Concerns

By Cynthia Henry – As the healthcare industry adapts to economic and regulatory changes, Medicare Advantage stands out as a cost-effective model consistently delivering value to beneficiaries. Compared to traditional fee-for-service Medicare, MA excels in financial efficiency and quality outcomes, making it a resilient choice for enrollees and a strategic asset for payers.