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7-28-11 Affordable Care Act Update

... that keeps the process of creating an exchange moving forward.     In the past week, several states were contacted by the Department of Health and Human Services requesting a medical loss ratio (MLR) waiver. North Dakota’s request for exemption from the provision was rejected, ...   Litigation Update   As expected, the plaintiffs in the case challenging the constitutionality of ACA's requirement that individuals purchase health insurance by 2014 (the so-called "individual mandate") in the Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals case has been appealed to the U.S. Supreme ... patients and their families     Christopher W. Hansen President American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) 7-28-11 Affordable Care Act Update ...

7-28-11 Affordable Care Act Update

... that keeps the process of creating an exchange moving forward.     In the past week, several states were contacted by the Department of Health and Human Services requesting a medical loss ratio (MLR) waiver. North Dakota’s request for exemption from the provision was rejected, ...   Litigation Update   As expected, the plaintiffs in the case challenging the constitutionality of ACA's requirement that individuals purchase health insurance by 2014 (the so-called "individual mandate") in the Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals case has been appealed to the U.S. Supreme ... patients and their families     Christopher W. Hansen President American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) 7-28-11 Affordable Care Act Update ...

7-28-11 Affordable Care Act Update

... that keeps the process of creating an exchange moving forward.     In the past week, several states were contacted by the Department of Health and Human Services requesting a medical loss ratio (MLR) waiver. North Dakota’s request for exemption from the provision was rejected, ...   Litigation Update   As expected, the plaintiffs in the case challenging the constitutionality of ACA's requirement that individuals purchase health insurance by 2014 (the so-called "individual mandate") in the Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals case has been appealed to the U.S. Supreme ... patients and their families     Christopher W. Hansen President American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) 7-28-11 Affordable Care Act Update ...

Legislative Inaction Leaves Kansans Without Access to Needed Care

Topeka, Kansas – The Kansas legislature left Topeka Wednesday without adequately addressing several critical issues affecting access to health care for tens of thousands of Kansans, particularly those in need of cancer screening and treatment. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action ... be suspended. Whether it is freezing changes to Medicaid and with it access to cutting-edge screening and treatments, increasing availability of health plans that often deny coverage of essential health benefits or charge higher premiums to individuals with pre-existing conditions such as ...

Palliative Care Legislation to Become Law in Tennessee

... Network (ACS CAN) commends the Tennessee legislature for improving the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through palliative care. ACS CAN is proud to have led the effort to pass this legislation in Tennessee.  Through their firsthand experience as physicians, Rep. Sabi ... curative treatment to help patients get well faster and easier.   Most importantly, research indicates that palliative care systems improve health outcomes while reducing health care costs. Studies have shown coordinating patient care and treating pain and symptoms leads to increased patient and family satisfaction ...

Gov. Bevin Signs Palliative Care Legislation Into Law

... and Gov. Matt Bevin for supporting legislation that will improve the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through palliative care legislation. The legislation authored by Sen. Raque Adams and supported by Sen. Ralph Alvarado seeks to establish a Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council and a Palliative Care Consumer and Professional Information and Education Program within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. These programs will emphasize patient awareness and overall access to palliative care. Kentucky is now the 25 th state ... be provided along with curative treatment to help patients get well faster and easier.  Research indicates that palliative care systems improve health outcomes while reducing health care costs. Studies have shown coordinating patient care and treating pain and symptoms leads to increased ...

Pennsylvania Prioritizes Access to Care for Cancer Patients

HARRISBURG, PA – November 3, 2022 –Earlier today, Governor Wolf signed legislation to improve access to care for cancer patients across the state. Senate Bill 225, now Act 146, is a vital new law that will curb restrictive prior authorization and step therapy practices imposed by health insurers. Prior authorization requires physicians to obtain approval from insurers before prescribing medication or moving forward with a ... CAN thanks Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill for her leadership on this critical legislation. ACS CAN looks forward to the impact this will have on health care delivery in Pennsylvania. ### About ACS CAN The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) makes cancer a top priority for ...

ACS CAN Reacts to Gov. Murphy's Personal Health Announcement

... 2,000 New Jerseyans and 73,750 Americans will be diagnosed with kidney cancer this year. It is crucial that all New Jerseyans have access to care because early detection saves lives and protects health. “We join all New Jerseyans in offering support to Gov. Murphy and his family and hope for a speedy recovery. We would like to let the ... critical to the fight for a world without cancer. For more information, visit www.fightcancer.org . 0 ACS CAN Reacts to Gov. Murphy's Personal Health Announcement ...

Guest Post: Accelerating Health Equity by Eliminating Cancer Disparities

April is National Minority Health Month. One of our priorities at the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is supporting public policies that work to ... lawmakers to support legislation aimed at sustaining NIH funding levels, reducing financial burdens on patients and ultimately eliminating health disparities, ACS CAN joined three of our public health and research partners to co-host a Congressional briefing last month. The briefing, ... and control, this focus is particularly relevant. Over and over again, research studies have shown significant differences in access to cancer care and the quality of treatment received in minority and vulnerable populations. Achieving the highest level of health for everyone will require ...

House Set to Pass Relief Bill Expanding Access to Health Coverage

Washington, D.C.—The U.S. House of Representatives is set to pass legislation today that would increase access to health coverage for millions of Americans, including cancer patients and survivors, as part of its pandemic relief package. The bill increases the generosity of subsidies to cover the costs of marketplace health plans—including offering subsides to those who are receiving unemployment benefits—offers financial support to cover the bulk of premium costs for laid off workers who choose to keep their employer-sponsored health care plans and boosts the federal reimbursement for states to expand their Medicaid programs. A statement from Lisa Lacasse, president of the ...

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