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Published on March 19, 2024 - 13:56 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Initiative to Increase Investments in Person-Centered Primary Care

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced a new voluntary model that empowers primary care providers in eligible Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) to treat …

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Published on March 19, 2024 - 12:03 GMT

Readout of Biden-Harris Administration’s Follow Up Meeting with Insurers Concerning Cyberattack on Change Healthcare

Leaders from HHS, White House, and health insurance companies convened to discuss ways to mitigate harms to patient and providers caused by the cyberattack. On Monday, March 18, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier …

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Published on March 18, 2024 - 16:02 GMT

HHS, DHS, and FEMA Announce Completion of Multi-Year Review of State Efforts to Provide Language Access During the COVID-19 Public ...

Washington – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR), U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (DHS CRCL), and the FEMA Office of Equal Rights (OER) announce the successful …

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Published on March 17, 2024 - 18:29 GMT

Secretary Becerra Delivers Remarks at Howard University, HHS Principals Visit 11 Medical Schools to Celebrate Match Day

HHS Principals visited 11 medical schools marking Match Day in Washington, D.C., Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Tennessee, Connecticut, California, the Cherokee Nation, Georgia, Wisconsin, and New Mexico Secretary Xavier Becerra delivered remarks and …

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Published on March 16, 2024 - 14:50 GMT

HHS Secretary Becerra and U.S. Trade Representative Tai Commemorate Third Anniversary of Atlanta Spa Murders

Co-Chairs of the White House Initiative and President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders issue joint statement to underscore the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to combat anti-Asian hate and …

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Published on March 13, 2024 - 20:53 GMT

Fact Sheet: In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Use Across the United States

KEY POINTS Infertility affects millions of Americans in the United States at some point in their life. Difficulty conceiving can be caused by a variety of factors such as age, health conditions, and for couples who are same sex or individuals without a …

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Published on March 13, 2024 - 17:54 GMT

HHS Office for Civil Rights Issues Letter and Opens Investigation of Change Healthcare Cyberattack

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a “Dear Colleague” letter addressing the cybersecurity incident impacting Change Healthcare, a unit of UnitedHealthcare Group (UHG), and many other health care …

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Published on March 12, 2024 - 21:47 GMT

Readout of Biden-Harris Administration Convening with Health Care Community Concerning Cyberattack on Change Healthcare

Leaders from HHS, White House, DOL, and the health care community convened to discuss ways to mitigate harms to patient and providers caused by the cyberattack. On Tuesday, March 12, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier …

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Published on March 11, 2024 - 17:55 GMT

Statement by Secretary Becerra on the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

HHS-specific budget investments will expand access care, lower health care costs, strengthen supports for children and families, and more. The Biden-Harris Administration today released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Following historic …

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Published on March 11, 2024 - 13:48 GMT

Fact Sheet: The Biden-Harris Administration Urges Congress to Lower Drug Costs for Americans with Commercial Insurance

President Biden’s prescription drug law, the Inflation Reduction Act, was signed into law on August 16, 2022. This new law provides meaningful financial relief for millions of people with Medicare by expanding benefits, lowering drug costs, and …

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Published on March 10, 2024 - 15:37 GMT

HHS DOL Open Letter to Health Care Leaders

Dear Health Care Leaders, As you know, last month Change Healthcare was the target of a cyberattack that has had significant impacts on much of the nation’s health care system. The effects of this attack are far-reaching; Change Healthcare, owned by …

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Published on March 8, 2024 - 18:09 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Utah’s Medicaid and CHIP Postpartum Coverage Expansion; 45 States Now Offer Full Year of ...

Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration's efforts to strengthen maternal health, an estimated 691,000 Americans annually are now eligible for essential care for a full year after pregnancy. Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS …

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Published on March 8, 2024 - 17:03 GMT

HHS Announces New Smoking Cessation Framework to Support Quitting

All people in America should have access to comprehensive, evidence-based cessation treatment Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services unveiled a new Framework to accelerate smoking cessation and reduce smoking- and …

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Published on March 6, 2024 - 15:20 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Launch of Nearly $50 Million Initiative to Support Opioid Treatment and Recovery Services ...

In support of President Biden’s Unity Agenda, this HRSA initiative will support rural areas in responding to the opioid crisis; expand the rural substance use treatment workforce; support key populations like adolescents, young adults, and individuals with …

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Published on March 5, 2024 - 17:58 GMT

Issue Request for Public Input as Part of Inquiry into Impacts of Corporate Ownership Trend in Health Care

Agencies Seek Info on Transactions, Including Non-Reportable Deals, That May Harm Patients’ Health, Workers’ Safety, Quality of Care and Affordability. WASHINGTON – The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department …

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Published on March 5, 2024 - 17:31 GMT

HHS Statement Regarding the Cyberattack on Change Healthcare

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is aware that Change Healthcare – a unit of UnitedHealth Group (UHG) – was impacted by a cybersecurity incident in late February. HHS recognizes the impact this attack has had on health care operations …

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Published on March 5, 2024 - 17:17 GMT

HHS Office for Civil Rights Works with Hospital to Improve Access to Kosher Electronic Devices Used for Virtual Patient Visitation

OCR worked with NewYork-Presbyterian to make virtual visitation accessible to Jewish patients Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), finalized its work with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital to ensure …

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Published on March 4, 2024 - 16:12 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Receives Counteroffers from Drug Companies as Part of Ongoing Negotiations to Lower Drug Prices

HHS also releases new research detailing how the Inflation Reduction Act will improve the health and financial well-being of people with Medicare who live in rural areas. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for …

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Published on March 1, 2024 - 19:13 GMT

Readout of HHS Black Health Forum

In honor of Black History Month, HHS hosted a forum to highlight the progress made to advance Black health equity under the Biden-Harris Administration In honor of Black History Month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) hosted a Black …

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Published on March 1, 2024 - 15:11 GMT

Readout of HHS Roundtable on Congenital Syphilis with National Provider Organizations

ADM Levine reiterated HHS's commitment to taking action to flatten the curve on congenital syphilis with a focus on those most significantly impacted. On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Assistant …

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