AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedicaid Access: A federal judge blocked the administration’s narrower definition of “medically frail,” ruling that chronically ill and disabled recipients cannot be forced to meet extra hurdles to qualify for exemptions from new work requirements. Infectious Disease: A new CDC report says drug-resistant germs kill more than 50,000 Americans each year, while an early flu season has pushed estimated hospitalizations to their highest mid-October level since 2010–11, with H1N1 dominant. Healthcare Costs: Workers’ share of family health premiums rose 9% to $7,471, outpacing wage growth, as ACA premiums are set to rise for a second year. AI in Care: Surveys find Americans are open to healthcare AI but want people—not algorithms—to make final decisions about treatment and insurance. Injury Research: Mouse studies suggest spinal cord injuries can alter gut microbes linked to inflammation and muscle loss, pointing to possible future approaches to reduce complications.
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