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Hospital Prices Drive Health Costs, But Stay Off Radar
Hospitals drove 40% of U.S. health spending growth from 2022-2024, yet drug prices dominate policy debates. Here's what Medicare enrollees should know.
July 17, 2026
Zero-Premium Drug Plans: When $8 Costs You Coverage
Thousands of Medicare Part D enrollees were dropped for missing small new premiums. Here's what happened, who's at risk, and what to do now.
July 7, 2026
Medicare Prior Auth Still Blocks Lifesaving Drugs
A Missouri woman's hospitalization after a Medicare Advantage prior auth denial shows why industry reform pledges haven't fully protected patients.
June 29, 2026
PBM Lobby Sues Illinois Over Drug Affordability Law
PCMA filed its second state lawsuit in one week over PBM reform laws. Here's what the Illinois case means for Medicare Part D drug costs in 2026.
June 21, 2026
Congress Moves Against Medicare AI Prior Authorization
House committee votes to block Medicare's AI prior authorization pilot amid concerns about care delays for seniors. What this means for beneficiaries.
June 11, 2026
CMS Delays Elevance Medicare Advantage Sanctions
CMS delays Elevance Medicare Advantage sanctions until July after progress on data fixes. What this means for your plan coverage.
June 3, 2026