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  1. 📈 Obamacare enrollment is surging, especially in red states, Axios' Jason Millman reports.
  2. 📺 Jon Stewart will host "The Daily Show" again, but only on Mondays, Axios' Sara Fischer reports.
  3. 🚙 The UAW endorsed President Biden for re-election after holding out for months over concerns about his EV policies, Axios' Nathan Bomey reports.

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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🗺 Mapped: Obamacare enrollment surged in red states
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Data: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; Map: Axios Visuals

Texas enrollment in the Affordable Care Act marketplaces increased by more than 1 million to 3.5 million this year.

Driving the news: A record 21.3 million people signed up for Obamacare this year, with the largest enrollment increases tallied in red states, according to enrollment figures released by federal health officials last week.

  • The 30.7% annual increase in ACA sign-ups comes as former President Trump's renewed calls for repeal have again raised doubts about the law's future, writes Axios' Jason Millman.

Zoom in: Some of the enrollment surge can likely be attributed to a portion of the millions who've recently lost Medicaid coverage moving to the marketplaces.

  • About 1.8 million Texans lost their health insurance since the state started removing people from Medicaid as federal pandemic rules ended, per KFF.
  • About 68% of those removals were for clerical reasons.

By the numbers: States with the largest year-over-year increase in sign-ups include West Virginia (80.2%), Louisiana (75.9%), Ohio (62.2%), Indiana (59.6%) and Tennessee (59.5%), according to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which oversees the marketplaces.

  • Texas is among the seven other states that had increases of 45% or more.

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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Wall Street Wants To Keep Your Drug Prices High

As the Biden administration launches a long-awaited fight to lower prices of life-saving drugs developed with public funding, a formidable industry opponent of the effort has emerged: venture capital firms.

https://www.levernews.com/wall-street-wants-to-keep-your-drug-prices-high/?

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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📝 Doctors add more fees for paperwork
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Illustration: Shoshana Gordon/Axios

 

Doctors are increasingly charging their patients a fee for responding to emails, signing documents or writing notes to verify an illness, Axios' Tina Reed writes.

  • "Basically, physicians are saying, 'The things that I used to do for free, I can't afford to do it now,'" Stanford University professor Robert Pearl told Axios.

🩺 Between the lines: A lot of patients started bombarding their doctors with emails during the pandemic, experts said.

  • Charging for an answer allows doctors to monetize more of their time and may nudge patients to think twice about some of their less-urgent questions.
  • More employers are also demanding doctors' notes from workers who take sick days, upping physicians' paperwork burden even more.

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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Pharma’s Secret Middlemen Are Poisoning Health Care

Following a lobbying blitz, Congress might punt all efforts to stop shadowy pharmacy benefit managers from inflating drug prices and killing small pharmacies.

https://www.levernews.com/pharmas-secret-middlemen-are-poisoning-health-care/?

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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This New Lawsuit Could Rescind Your Health Care Benefits

Right-wing federal appeal judges signal they support repeal of the no-cost preventive care mandate, all but guaranteeing a Supreme Court showdown.

https://www.levernews.com/this-new-lawsuit-could-rescind-your-health-care-benefits/?

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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The New War Over Generic Drugs

As the price of prescription medications rises, generic drugs offer a way for consumers to save money. Although generics have the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs and result in the same clinical effect, they typically cost up to 85 percent less

https://www.levernews.com/the-new-war-over-generic-drugs/?

phkrause

By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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💊 Mental health's drug puzzle
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Illustration: Aïda Amer/Axios

 

Despite decades of research and millions of dollars in investment, one-size-fits-all treatments for complex psychiatric disorders are coming up short.

  • Why it matters: There's been limited success treating depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and other disorders — and the burden of these conditions on society has continued to grow, Axios' Caitlin Owens and Alison Snyder report.

👀 What we’re reading: A study published this week in JAMA Psychiatry looked at patterns in the prevalence of treatment resistant depression among the entire population of Taiwan.

  • It found those with a family history of this type of depression were at an increased risk of having it and disorders.

The findings underscore something neuroscientists and researchers have recognized for some time:

  • Mental health disorders manifest differently in people, and more effective treatments may hinge on better understanding their biology rather than just their symptoms.

🔭 What’s next: Small biotechs and larger drug companies alike are investing in precision psychiatry, which aims to develop and match drugs to specific patients who will benefit from them.

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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FACT SHEET: 80% of House Republicans Release Plan Targeting Medicare, Social Security, and the Affordable Care Act, Raising Costs, and Cutting Taxes for the Wealthy

On Wednesday, the Republican Study Committee – which represents 100% of House Republican leadership and nearly 80% of their members – just proposed yet another budget that would cut Medicare, Social Security, and the Affordable Care Act , as well as increase prescription drug, energy, and housing costs – all while forcing tax giveaways for the very rich onto the country. Their plan would even raise the Social Security retirement age.

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/21/fact-sheet-80-of-house-republicans-release-plan-targeting-medicare-social-security-and-the-affordable-care-act-raising-costs-and-cutting-taxes-for-the-wealthy/

New GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson has proposed trillions in cuts to Social Security and Medicare

The newly elected Republican speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives has previously proposed trillions of dollars in cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid and suggested that slashing the programs should be the top priority of Congress.

https://www.salon.com/2023/10/26/new-speaker-mike-johnson-has-proposed-trillions-in-cuts-to-social-security-and-medicare_partner/

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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The Patterson Test

Before 2017, I would have struggled to pick out Jim Patterson in the Alabama House of Representatives.

https://alabamareflector.com/2024/04/15/the-patterson-test/?

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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A Doctor at Cigna Said Her Bosses Pressured Her to Review Patients’ Cases Too Quickly. Cigna Threatened to Fire Her.

Cigna tracks every minute that its staff doctors spend deciding whether to pay for health care. Dr. Debby Day said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s how you hit your numbers,” Day said.

https://www.propublica.org/article/cigna-medical-director-doctor-patient-preapproval-denials-insurance?

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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Biden administration to issue rule expanding DACA health care access

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration will publish a final rule Friday that will allow about 100,000 uninsured people in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program to enroll in state-run or private health insurance plans provided under the Affordable Care Act, administration officials said.

https://floridaphoenix.com/2024/05/03/biden-administration-to-issue-rule-expanding-daca-health-care-access/?

phkrause

By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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Medicaid removals exceed projections
 
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Illustration: Maura Losch/Axios

 

Texas removed far more children from its Medicaid rolls last year than observers expected, per a new report. State officials say the numbers are in line with their projections.

Why it matters: Even brief gaps in insurance can disrupt care and worsen health outcomes — especially for children, per an Urban Institute analysis.

  • In Texas, many children and adults lost coverage for procedural reasons like missed paperwork — not necessarily because they were ineligible.

Catch up quick: States paused regular Medicaid eligibility checks during the pandemic, allowing people to keep coverage. They began rechecking in April 2023.

  • That led to a cascade of problems stemming from overwhelmed technology, outdated information about Medicaid recipients, and a lack of resources for state employees.

State of play: Texas has removed more than 2 million people from its Medicaid program since last April, per the most recent state data.

Zoom in: As of November, eight states — including Texas — disenrolled more than 100% of the Urban Institute's projected numbers over the last year.

  • Texas' net overall disenrollment exceeded 117% of the think tank's projections — and exceeded projections by 178% for disenrollment of children alone.

Threat level: "This suggests that many eligible people may be among those losing Medicaid and raises the possibility that this problem may increase," Matthew Buettgens, senior fellow at the Urban Institute, said in a statement.

The other side: "Our Medicaid enrollment is in line with our ... projections and what we anticipated our disenrollments to be at this time," Texas Health and Human Services Commission spokesperson Tiffany Young tells Axios.

What's next: Texas has until the end of the month to finish eligibility checks, Young says.

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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Medicare should include dental coverage, dentists tell U.S. Senate panel

WASHINGTON — Dentists from throughout the country urged Congress to include dental coverage in Medicare during a hearing last week, saying that fewer than half of beneficiaries visit a dentist each year.

https://floridaphoenix.com/2024/05/19/medicare-should-include-dental-coverage-dentists-tell-u-s-senate-panel/?

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By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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After the only hospital in town closed, a North Carolina city directs its ire at politicians

WILLIAMSTON, N.C. (AP) — Weeds have punctured through the vacant parking lot of Martin General Hospital’s emergency room. A makeshift blue tarp covering the hospital’s sign is worn down from flapping in the wind. The hospital doors are locked, many in this county of 22,000 fear permanently.

https://apnews.com/article/biden-rural-hospitals-closed-emergency-health-trump-51a70f7072d2414ce694ca536da83b80?

phkrause

By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1}
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