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Understanding the Medicaid Prescription Drug Rebate Program
The rebate program reduces net federal and state Medicaid spending on prescription drugs. In 2017, Medicaid spent $64 billion on drugs and got $34.9 billion in rebates from manufacturers – for net spending of $29.1 billion.
- Women’s Health Policy
Beyond the Numbers: Access to Reproductive Health Care for Low-Income Women in Five Communities
Findings from case studies and focus groups of low-income women and their providers across five different communities will be released at a briefing on November 14. - khn
Intimate Lessons From the Front-Lines of Family Caregiving
What emotional and practical challenges do family caregivers face? Join Kaiser Health News (KHN) for an in-depth look at the experience of caregivers on November 20. - california
Climate and Health in California: Challenges and Next Steps for the Golden State
Please join us for an event on November 21st, where we will explore the public’s concerns about climate change and the impact climate change is having on Californian’s health and the health system.
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- Women’s Health Policy
Beyond the Numbers: Access to Reproductive Health Care for Low-Income Women in Five Communities
This report summarizes the major findings from case studies in five U.S. communities, highlighting cross-cutting themes and the degree to which low-income women in diverse communities face challenges in accessing reproductive and sexual health care.
- Medicare
How Much Do Medicare Beneficiaries Spend Out of Pocket on Health Care?
The average person with traditional Medicare coverage paid $5,460 out of their own pocket for health care in 2016, including about $1,000 in out-of-pocket spending for long-term care facility services, averaged across all traditional Medicare beneficiaries. - Disparities Policy
Key Facts on Health and Health Care by Race and Ethnicity
This chartpack provides data on demographics, health access and utilization, health status and outcomes, and health coverage by race and ethnicity to provide greater insight into the current status of disparities.
- Consumer assistance
Limited Navigator Funding for Federal Marketplace States
For 2019, total federal marketplace funding for Navigators will again be limited to $10 million. Grants have been awarded to 34 organizations in 31 states. Compared to 2016, federal Navigator funding for the coming year marks an 84% reduction, on average
