CMS Provides Additional Flexibility for Ambulances and Dialysis Clinics in Response to Coronavirus Outbreak
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued several waivers and guidance documents…
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Several Insurers Waive Cost-Sharing for COVID-19 Treatment
On March 30, 2020, Cigna and Humana announced that they will be waiving the costs…
Trump Administration “Considering Other Options” Instead of Coronavirus Special Enrollment Period
Consumers are generally able to enroll in a commercial health insurance plan through the healthcare.gov…
FDA Launches Program to Expedite Development of COVID-19 Treatments
On March 31, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the launch of…
CMS Clarifies Conditions of Enhanced Funding for State Medicaid Programs
On March 18, 2020, federal lawmakers enacted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which contained…
Senate Passes Coronavirus Stimulus Package, House to Vote Today
On March 25, 2020, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed S. 3548, titled the “Coronavirus Aid,…
CMS Issues Guidance on Prescription Drug Refills During the COVID-19 Outbreak
On March 24, 2020, the Center for Consumer Information & Insurance Oversight, an agency within…
CMS Issues Guidance on Telehealth Coverage and Use to Address COVID-19 Outbreak
On March 24, 2020, the Center for Consumer Information & Insurance Oversight, an agency within…
CMS Issues Guidance on Extending Deadlines for Health Insurance Premiums Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
On March 24, 2020, the Center for Consumer Information & Insurance Oversight, an agency within…
CMS Grants Program Flexibility to 11 More States for Medicaid and CHIP
On March 23, 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that the…