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Measuring the Impact of Ebola: Will it Reach 1.4 Million?
This Policy Insight take a deeper look at several key measures of the impact of the current Ebola epidemic in West Africa, including estimates of current cases, prevalence and death rates, as well as a consideration of the future projections of Ebola’s burden in the months to come.
Policy Insights Read PostThe Mystery of the Missing $1,200 Per Person: Can Medicare’s Spending Slowdown Continue?
This policy insight examines the unexpected drop in Medicare’s per-beneficiary spending projections and its implications for beneficiaries and the program’s future.
Policy Insights Read PostEbola in West Africa: Four Questions for the U.S. Response Going Forward
As of August 14, 2014, the Ebola virus has infected an estimated 1,975 individuals across four countries in West Africa, leading to 1,069 deaths (including three Americans). The official reported numbers, frightening as they are, likely vastly underestimate the true magnitude of the outbreak. Ebola has severely impacted the daily…
Policy Insights Read PostOne Year into Duals Demo Enrollment: Early Expectations Meet Reality
One year into initial enrollment in the Medicare-Medicaid financial alignment demonstrations for dual eligible beneficiaries, some initial insights are beginning to emerge. This policy insight highlights key challenges and trends emerging in states’ demonstrations.
Policy Insights Read PostThe Potential Side Effects of Halbig
The Halbig case, if it prevails, would have far-reaching side effects on the Affordable Care Act’s employer mandate and the functioning of the individual insurance market.
Policy Insights Read PostMedicare Advantage: Take Another Look
This Policy Insight explores possible explanations for the continued rise in Medicare Advantage enrollment between 2010 and 2013 in spite of a projected decrease following payment changes in the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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