Elimination of Federal Diversity Initiatives: Updates and Current Status
This issue brief provides an update on the status of the Trump administration's actions to eliminate DEI-related initiatives and the impact on racial health disparities.
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10 Key Data Points About the Experiences of LGBT+ Women and Their Access to Care
Issue BriefThis brief presents key data points on the health care experiences of LGBT+ women from the KFF Women’s Health Survey, a nationally representative survey of women in the United States conducted from May 13 – June 18, 2024.
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How Does the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Impact Health and Health Care?
Policy WatchThis policy watch provides a short overview of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), describing its history, budget, organizational structure and its major programs and responsibilities.
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New $2,000 Medicare Part D Cap Could Reduce Out-of-Pocket Drug Costs for Over One Million Beneficiaries Beginning Next Year, Including Tens of Thousands of Beneficiaries in Most States
News ReleaseA KFF analysis shows that a new out-of-pocket spending cap in Medicare Part D could translate into savings for well over 1 million beneficiaries when it takes effect next year, including more than 100,000 people each in California, Florida and Texas, based on analyses of drug spending in 2021. The $2,000 cap, part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, will lead to thousands of dollars in savings for Medicare patients who take high-cost drugs…
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KFF/The Washington Post Survey of Parents
Poll FindingThe KFF-Washington Post partnership Survey of Parents explores experiences and views pertaining to childhood vaccines. The Survey of Parents also sheds light on school vaccination requirements, views on federal health agencies and policy changes, and the views of parents with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. This poll comes as the Trump administration revamps federal policies, and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to question the childhood vaccine schedule.
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Claims Denials and Appeals in ACA Marketplace Plans in 2024
Issue BriefThis brief analyzes federal transparency data published by CMS on claims denials and appeals for Marketplace plan offered on HealthCare.gov in 2024, and finds insurers denied 19% of in-network claims. Consumers rarely appeal denied claims.
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What kinds of health insurance plans do private enrollment websites sell?
FAQsPrivate enrollment websites that are run by insurance companies typically only show plans offered by that insurer. Websites run by insurance brokers are required to show all plans offered by multiple insurers. If you have questions or concerns about information on these sites, contact the Marketplace call center, HealthCare.gov, or your state Marketplace. Many private enrollment websites also sell short-term health plans, cancer-only policies, and other less comprehensive products. These products may appear cheaper than…
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Medicaid 101
FeatureThis Health Policy 101 chapter explores Medicaid, the primary U.S. program providing comprehensive coverage of health care and long-term services and supports to about 80 million low-income people. Originating in 1965 and expanding with the Affordable Care Act, the chapter reviews Medicaid's evolution, including 2025 changes, and its joint federal and state financing and administration. It discusses how state-level flexibility in managing Medicaid leads to variation in coverage, spending, health care delivery, and access across…
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Understanding Medicaid Cost Sharing and Policy Changes from the 2025 Reconciliation Law
Issue BriefThis brief explains current Medicaid cost sharing rules and changes made to cost sharing rules by the 2025 reconciliation law, reports on cost sharing amounts states currently impose on ACA expansion adults, and highlights literature on the impact of cost sharing.
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Navigating the Maze: A Look at Patient Cost-Sharing Complexities and Consumer Protections
Issue BriefThis brief focuses on consumers’ understanding of health insurance costs and examines existing federal protections that seek to address barriers to understanding the cost of coverage and care, such as price transparency, self-service price estimator tools, and simplifying cost-sharing designs.