Latest California Healthline Stories
Some Immigrants, Fearful Of Political Climate, Shy Away From Medi-Cal
Some foreign-born California residents fear they could be penalized for using Medi-Cal and other social benefits. Others, in families of mixed-immigration status, worry about jeopardizing their loved ones’ chances of becoming green-card holders or citizens.
Conservatives Urge Speed Up Of Health Law Repeal, Dismiss Calls For Caution
Remarks by Sen. Mike Lee and Reps. Jim Jordan and Mark Meadows reflect growing uncertainty about Republicansâ?? path to overhaul Obamacare.
Employers Fret Job-Based Coverage Vulnerable To Fallout From GOP Health Overhaul
Employer medical insurance still covers more people than any other kind. A Republican replacement for Obamacare could spread instability beyond the health law’s shaky marketplace plans.
Trump’s First Order Has Strong Words On Health. Actual Impact May Be Weak.
Trump administration has tools to break the health law. Will it use them?
Trump Stays Silent On Health Law In Speech, Then Sets Tone For Repeal
Trump did not mention his plans for the health law in his inaugural address but later that day signed an order intended to “minimize the economic burden” of the health law.
Trump’s Nominee For Agriculture Has Key Health Role
From nutrition assistance programs to preventing food-borne illness, the Agriculture Department is deeply involved in health policy.
Trump’s HHS Nominee Got A Sweetheart Deal From A Foreign Biotech Firm
Price and another influential GOP congressman got a discounted deal as an Australian firm seeking federal approval sought “sophisticated U.S. investors.”
Trump’s Health Secretary Nominee Sought Special Treatment for Industry Donors
Rep. Tom price advocated on everything from a sperm test to a hot pepper ingredient on behalf of medical interests that include campaign donors.
For Conservatives, It’s A New Day In Health Care
We talk with a leading expert about Republican ideas for reform. Lanhee Chen of the Hoover Institution says it’s a mistake to think conservatives have too few ideas — rather they have too many.
Price Poised To Protect Doctors’ Interests At HHS
As a Republican congressman, orthopedic surgeon Tom Price introduced bills to protect doctors’ financial interests.