Unpacking the Controversy Over Medicare Advantage March 21, 2023 Event Medicare Advantage is the rapidly growing private plan alternative to traditional Medicare that provides coverage to approximately half of Medicare beneficiaries. On Tuesday, March 21, three experts joined series moderator Larry Levitt in a 45-minute discussion on Medicare Advantage, addressing such questions as: What has driven the growth in Medicare Advantage enrollment? What are the implications of enrollment being concentrated in a few insurance firms? Is the federal government overpaying plans? What would the new rules and proposed changes do, and how would they affect beneficiaries?
Mental Health April 27, 2023 Topic Landing Page Explore KFF’s policy research, polling and news about mental health and substance use, including policy initiatives and funding to improve access and quality of services to address the mental health crisis.
The Implications of Federal SNAP Spending Cuts on Individuals with Medicaid, Medicare and Other Health Coverage June 26, 2025 Issue Brief Proposed changes in eligibility rules in both SNAP and Medicaid may jeopardize some people’s access to both adequate food and health care if various provisions of the bill take effect, in part because there is a significant overlap in eligibility requirements for Medicaid and SNAP across states. Four in 10 (40%) Medicaid enrollees receive SNAP benefits.
Reconciliation Language Could Lead To Cuts in Medicaid State-Directed Payments to Hospitals and Nursing Facilities June 27, 2025 Issue Brief The Senate Finance Committee’s reconciliation language would reduce existing state-directed payments to hospitals and nursing facilities over time until they are at or slightly above Medicare rates. This analysis identifies states that might have to reduce payment rates for hospitals or nursing facilities if the language is passed into law.
Chronic Condition Preventive Health Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on preventive health services related to chronic conditions for adults covered under the ACA.
Health Promotion Preventive Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on clinical preventive services related to health promotion for adults covered under the ACA.
Immunizations for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on immunizations for adults covered under the ACA.
Preventive Health Care Services for Adults Covered Under the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on preventive services covered under the ACA for cancer, sexual health, pregnancy, immunizations and other conditions.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Related Preventive Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on sexual and reproductive health related preventive services that are covered under the ACA.
Pregnancy-Related Preventive Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on pregnancy-related preventive services for adults covered under the ACA.
