Policy

A majority of the public says health care cuts under the Trump administration have been made “recklessly” — including some Republicans.

New National Academy of Medicine report examines Medicare reimbursement, the RUC, and the process of determining values of medical care and services.

Relative Value Scale Update Committee responds to analysis from National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

The American Academy of Family Physicians sounds alarm over the White House’s health agenda as Trump’s first 100 days reshape health care norms.

Novavax continues working with FDA, but case could signal a shift in broader vaccine procedures.

New survey reveals a sharp increase in deferred care due to affordability concerns — even among the insured — as employers and physicians face the fallout.

New ACP position paper outlines how unions, collective bargaining and protests could help doctors improve health care access and quality for patients.

NAACOS urges Trump Administration to ensure ACOs and value-based care are part of health policy going forward.

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses what 2025's health care shifts mean for physicians at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 in New Orleans.

Discover how the communication freeze impacts the Physician Fee Schedule and compliance in healthcare, ensuring you stay informed and compliant.

Funding freeze impacts Veterans Affairs and disrupts graduate medical education, raising concerns about future healthcare training and veteran support.

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses what practices should be doing now with the future of value-based programs up in the air.

Brian Outland, PhD, expalins how Medicaid cuts threaten community-based primary care.

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses how Medicare appeal delays could strain practice operations.

Brian Outland, PhD, explains how HHS cuts could impact physicians and their patients.

Experts warn that expanding health care conglomerates threaten competition, increase costs and limit independent practitioners' autonomy, urging regulatory action.

Learn how prior authorization began, why it hurts doctors and patients, and how new CMS rules and AI could finally streamline the process in 2025 and beyond.

The FDA announces a phased ban on oil-based food colorings, prioritizing children's health and promoting natural alternatives in American foods.

Telemedicine had an impact equivalent to 130,000 fewer car trips each month. Researchers say this climate impact should factor into policy decisions regarding the future of virtual care.

With burnout, worker shortages and razor-thin margins, primary care doctors are in trouble in the United States, and Medicare is not helping.

A Sermo survey reveals 23% of doctors believe banning TikTok would positively impact health care.

Businesses challenge authority to require health insurance coverage for free screenings for cancer, other ills.

Earl Stewart Jr., MD, FACP, talks about his vision of success in advancing health equity at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 in New Orleans.

Earl Stewart Jr., MD, FACP, shares tips for smaller practices looking to engage the community to advance health equity at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 at New Orleans.

Moves prompt praise from opponents of high costs of medications, PBMs.