AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoCoverage at Risk: U.S. states are bracing for Medicaid losses as new federal rules take effect: more than 300,000 Virginians could lose coverage, while New Hampshire enrollment could fall by up to 60%. The federal government has also deferred $1.2 billion in California Medicaid payments over fraud concerns. Medicare Changes: Open enrollment brings a higher 2027 Part D out-of-pocket threshold of $2,400, new negotiated drug prices and shrinking plan choices in some areas. AI and Care: OpenAI acquired biotech startup Orchestra Bio to add drug-development tools to its life sciences platform. In Israel, a new AI system creates custom communication boards in minutes to help non-speaking children express needs to care teams. Access and Prevention: From Nov. 1, eligible PhilHealth members can get prescribed first-line TB medicines without those costs counting toward their ₱20,000 outpatient drug limit. In Malaysia, KPJ Healthcare’s hearing-health programme aims to reach 4,500 students across 15 schools. Local Health Services: A new $50-million district hospital in South Cotabato will provide primary and secondary care, including emergency and laboratory services.
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