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Despite Restraints, Democrats’ Drug Pricing Plan Could Still Aid Consumers

Provisions in Democrats' Medicare prescription drug pricing crack open the door to reforms that could have dramatic effects, experts say.

Nov 9, 2021

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Senate Democrats’ Plan Boosts Spending On Medicare, ACA Subsidies, Long-Term Care

The $3.5 trillion budget plan would be the largest infusion into the American health care system since 2010, but its passage may be difficult.

Jul 15, 2021

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4 Vital Health Issues — Not Tied to COVID — That Congress Addressed in Massive Spending Bill

Late last month Congress passed a nearly 5,600-page legislative package that included $900 billion for urgent pandemic relief, a ban on surprise medical bills and other non-COVID health care issues.

Jan 28, 2021

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On Drug Pricing, The President’s Numbers Are Still Off

Feb 5, 2020

Pharma Cash Rolls Into Congress To Defend An Embattled Industry

Aug 27, 2019

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House Dems In New Seats Of Power Will Steer Health Policy, Attack Drug Prices

But Republicans’ tightened grip on the Senate means those hoping for another round of dramatic, progressive reforms may be disappointed.

Nov 8, 2018