Health Insurance Archives

The Medicare Cliff

Medicare is usually a top election issue. But not this year, even though one of its trust funds is fast running out of money.

We explore new research on why we so often struggle to pick the best health insurance plans.

Maria Polyakova explores research on whether low-cost plans lead to less low-value care.

While most eyes are on the ACA, another Supreme Court case could also have big implications for health care prices and policies.

Although health care consumed nearly one-third of the first presidential debate, the conversation left a lot to be desired.

Kosali Simon on a paper comparing infant mortality in flu pandemics before and after the introduction of Medicaid.

Joe Biden wants to build on the ACA to move the country closer to universal coverage. How close would his plans get us?

What do experts think of President Trump’s COVID-19 response? And what do they think a second Trump term could look like for health policy?

Has President Trump made any lasting changes to the Medicaid program?

What impact have Donald Trump’s policies had on the Affordable Care Act and the way health insurance works in the U.S.?