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State autonomy versus a fundamental right: VP debate will spotlight divergent healthcare views

The undercurrent of the VP debate are the ages and health of the two men vying for the presidency.

Advocate Aurora and Beaumont call off partnership

In making the announcement, neither system mentioned the controversy made public in a letter to the Michigan attorney general.

President Trump and wife Melania test positive for COVID-19

President Trump tests positive for COVID-19. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
The news could affect the economy, health system’s financial wellbeing and throw upcoming presidential debates into question.

Hospitals get extension of loan repayment in continuing resolution signed by President Trump

The American Hospital Association said it would continue to seek a permanent solution, including loan forgiveness. 

Anthem settles 2015 cybersecurity breach for $39.5 million

This is the last open investigation related to the 2015 cyberattack that breached the PHI of close to 79 million people.

Molina adds Affinity Health Plan to Medicaid business for $380 million

The deal is another in Molina’s plan for strategic growth and to meet competition in the state Medicaid and federal government contracts business.

Trump’s executive order promising to cover preexisting conditions lacks legal basis

Republicans have yet to pass a plan that would replace the ACA or cover individuals with preexisting conditions.

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett could be deciding vote in the constitutionality of the ACA

Barrett has been critical of past Supreme Court decisions upholding the ACA. 

Lawmakers ask for investigation on alleged redirection of COVID-19 funds

They want the Inspector General to look into reports that millions went to defense contractors for "jet engine parts, body armor and dress uniforms." 

CMS touts lower premiums and benefits of Medicare Advantage plans

Over 94% of Medicare Advantage plans will offer additional telehealth benefits, up from about 58% of plans offering telehealth benefits in 2020.