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Looking Ahead to the Lame Duck Session

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652 and HR 2630 ) would ensure that employer health plans offer a medically reasonable step therapy exceptions process, intended to help patients more quickly access effective treatments. Introduced by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Representative Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), the bipartisan Safe Step Act ( S.652 For instance, Section 203 of S.3430

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NHC Comments on CMS 2026 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters

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General Support for CMS Proposals The NHC commends CMS for its ongoing commitment to advancing health equity, improving access to care, ensuring program integrity, and maintaining affordability through Marketplace coverage. Copay Assistance and Drug Coverage in Large Group Plans Accumulator Adjustment Programs and Cost Sharing.