News From Around The Web
> Approximately 77,000 Wisconsin residents on Medicaid might have until April to sign up for insurance through the federal healthcare exchange thanks to Gov. Scott Walker, who called a special legislative session this week to extend the now Dec. 15 deadline, The Journal Times reported. Article
> The ACLU of Colorado filed a complaint against a Catholic hospital for illegally telling doctors and other employees they cannot discuss abortion with patients, even if the pregnancy threatens the woman's life, Pro Publica reported. Article
> Oregon is expanding its version of Medicaid to about 70,000 people who previously didn't qualify, after sending out applications to 260,000 families across the state, according to NPR. Article
Health Finance News
> As Pennsylvania's policymakers struggle with a decision to expand its Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act, the Keystone State is facing a potential cut of $325 million in funding next year, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported. Article
> California has no limit in the amounts hospitals can bill for services. But Maryland's Health Services Cost Review Commission caps hospital bills.The result: Stark differences in charges but little variation in profit margins, according to the Huffington Post. Article
And finally... It was the perfect crime. Article