Category: US Healthcare Policy

Telehealth policy is a central lever for improving access, controlling costs, and modernizing care delivery across the US health system. The rapid adoption of virtual visits revealed both the promise and the policy gaps that must be addressed to make telehealth a reliable, equitable part of routine care. Why telehealth mattersTelehealth improves access for patients Read more

Prescription drug pricing remains one of the most consequential and visible battlegrounds in US healthcare policy. Skyrocketing list prices, opaque rebates and fees, and complicated benefit designs all combine to make medications unaffordable for many Americans. Policymakers, payers, pharmaceutical firms, and patient advocates are focusing on several policy levers that could meaningfully reduce out-of-pocket spending Read more

US Healthcare Policy: What’s Driving Access, Cost, and Care Today Healthcare policy in the United States is being shaped by three interlocking forces: expanding virtual care, pressure to lower prescription drug costs, and efforts to strengthen the health workforce. These trends influence access, affordability, and quality for patients and create operational and financial implications for Read more

Policymakers and providers are sharpening focus on affordability, access, and transparency as priorities in US healthcare policy. Several trends are shaping how patients pay for care, how services are delivered, and how states and the federal government allocate resources. Here’s what matters for consumers, clinicians, and employers. Prescription drug pricing: pressure for lower costsRising drug Read more

Telehealth Policy: Balancing Access, Quality, and Accountability Telehealth has shifted from a niche service to a central component of care delivery, reshaping how patients access clinicians, how providers are paid, and how health systems manage population health. Policymakers face a delicate balancing act: preserve expanded access while ensuring quality, equity, and fiscal responsibility. Access and Read more

Prior authorization has become a flashpoint in US healthcare policy because it sits at the intersection of patient access, cost control, and clinical oversight. Originally designed to prevent unnecessary or harmful care and to manage costs, prior authorization often creates delays, administrative burden and friction between clinicians, patients and insurers. Policymakers and regulators have recently Read more

Strengthening Mental Health Access: Policy Paths to Better Care Across the US Mental health access remains one of the most pressing challenges in the US healthcare landscape. Despite growing awareness and demand, many people still face long wait times, high out-of-pocket costs, and a shortage of providers — especially in rural and underserved communities. Policymakers Read more

Prescription drug pricing remains one of the most visible battlegrounds in US healthcare policy. High out-of-pocket costs, opaque rebate practices, and limited competition for certain drugs have pushed policymakers, employers, and patient advocates to pursue changes aimed at improving affordability without undermining innovation. Understanding the major policy levers and what they mean for patients can Read more

U.S. healthcare policy is at a crossroads, driven by rising costs, uneven access, and shifting delivery models. Policymakers, providers, and patients are all navigating a landscape shaped by market consolidation, technological change, and growing attention to equity. Understanding the key pressures and realistic policy responses can help stakeholders focus on solutions that improve outcomes and Read more

Telehealth has moved from niche convenience to a core part of the healthcare delivery system, and policymakers are actively shaping rules that will determine its long-term role in access, quality, and cost. Understanding the regulatory landscape helps providers, payers, and patients make informed decisions while advocating for effective, equitable care. Why telehealth matters for US Read more