With Rep Paul Ryan (R, Wis) now Governor Romney’s running mate, Medicare reform is front and center in the election debate. This development could provide a chance to have a serious national debate about the program. But it could also mean any chance of a real conversation is drowned out by political hysteria and attack ads.
Right-wing thinkers have moderated their views on health care since 2017 but are ready with a slate of coverage changes when the political moment shifts.
CHICAGO The American Medical Association (AMA) warned (PDF) congressional leaders that the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) report sent to Congress today contains flawed analyses that would imperil patient access to high-quality care.
The health care workforce is facing increased stress and instability, and a major redesign of the workforce is needed to extend care to millions of Americans.