The 2010 federal health law has a provision that was supposed to make it easier for people on Medicaid to quit smoking. But in a number of states, it’s not, so far, having widespread success.
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Health Systems Dipping Into The Business Of Selling Insurance
With some of the most competitively priced policies on the marketplaces, “provider-led” plans can be popular with consumers. But analysts say it remains to be seen how many will succeed long term as insurers.
Health Law Increases Coverage Rates For Women Not Yet Pregnant
The Affordable Care Act brought health insurance to 5.5 million women over the past two years, but many women still tell of unmet health care needs that could pose risks for them or future pregnancies, a new report finds.
Marketplace Customers Could See Higher Premiums, No Coverage For Out-Of-Network Care
When the health insurance marketplaces open on Sunday, consumers shopping for 2016 coverage may encounter steeper premium increases than last year and more plans that offer no out-of-network coverage.
California Approves Physician-Assisted Suicide; Bill Heads To Governor’s Desk
The California Senate passed a bill to legalize physician-assisted suicide in some cases. But Gov. Jerry Brown hasn’t indicated whether he’ll sign it.
Can Health Care Be Cured Of Racial Bias?
Even as the health of Americans has improved, the disparities in treatment and outcomes between white patients and black and Latino patients are almost as big as they were 50 years ago.