October 23rd, 2026Election 2026 Roundtable: The affordability of careOur panel examines what the next Congress can do to address rising costs and give providers more incentives to keep people healthy. Read more
October 22nd, 2026Election 2026 Roundtable: Medicaid cuts and rural hospitals at riskOur panel looks at restoring funds to Medicaid, the potential for cuts and closures of health systems, and the Affordable Care Act. Read more
October 21st, 2026Election 2026 Roundtable: The impact on health policyOur panel of experts analyzes the midterm elections. They look at changes in Congress and how federal spending could be affected.Read more
October 16th, 2026Hospital mergers in 2026 exceed last year, and more deals are likelyThe pace of mergers isn’t showing signs of slowing down, as health systems engage in more deals and bigger transactions.Read more
October 14th, 2026Rural hospital struggles threaten access for 46 millionA new American Hospital Association report outlines dangers to rural hospitals that could lead to more closures. Read more
October 12th, 2026Hospitals sue to block revived 340B rebate planHealth systems say the federal government’s planned rebate program would add $1 billion in administrative costs and hurt rural communities. Read more
October 9th, 2026Medical debt is a big problem, and it’s poised to get worseA new survey shows 1 in 4 U.S. adults owe a medical debt. Michael Karpman of the Urban Institute talks about how hospitals can help. Read more
October 9th, 2026Medical debt in America: 7 key takeawaysA new report offers disturbing and surprising findings on a survey of Americans with medical debt. Read more