Michelle Andrews, Kaiser Health News

Medicare beneficiaries can be easily tripped up by the difference between a physical and the annual "wellness visit" covered by the program.

In New Mexico, a buy-in plan would be similar to the state’s Medicaid program. It would not require federal approval to implement.

For some older people, the joy of sex may be tempered by financial concerns.

Health researchers and advocates have identified a number of potential solutions that could tackle the problem at the federal or state level.

CMS is encouraging states to allow the sale of plans outside of ACA exchanges that don’t incorporate a surcharge.

A growing cadre of nurse practitioners are participating in residency programs, tacking on up to a year of clinical and other training.

Due to benefit changes, some patients are spending much more out of pocket for drugs, even with copay assistance.

The federal government has added four more “hardship exemptions" for people to avoid paying a health insurance penalty.

Health systems like the Mayo Clinic are using telehealth to reduce the number of in-person visits for women with low-risk pregnancies.

A growing number of health systems are embracing hospital-level care at home, but challenges remain.