Medicare expenses continue to rise. As health care gets more expensive, an increasing number of Americans are saddled with its costs. Read more: www.nytimes.com/2025/11/22/b...

With enhanced ACA subsidies set to expire, millions of low- and middle-income Americans may see their health insurance premiums rise by 75% or more. Families deserve affordable access to care, not financial strain. www.businessinsider.com/aca-health-i...

Medical debt shouldn’t push families toward bankruptcy. Ohio’s proposed bill would stop wage garnishment, cap interest, and keep debt off credit reports. Patients deserve protections, not punishment. www.creditandcollectionnews.com/ohio-lawmake...

No one should face financial penalties for seeking medical care. Colorado’s new law protects patients from debt reporting, and we need to defend these safeguards. natlawreview.com/article/colo...

The bottom line, according to CQC board member @jason4care.bsky.social: Family caregivers are essential but overlooked, and they need a lot more support than they’re currently getting.

Massachusetts leads the nation in lung cancer treatment, but Black and Asian Bay Staters are still less likely to be diagnosed early or to receive surgery.

Hospital consolidation is rising, as more & more hospital systems merge. But this growth hasn’t made patients any safer. In fact, Leapfrog’s Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Rankings show wide variations in patient safety even with the same hospital systems.

If ACA represented a huge step forward for healthcare access in America, the repeal of ACA tax credits represents a similarly big step backward. www.wbtv.com/2025/11/09/a...

“The consolidated lawsuits highlight an alleged pattern of illegal behavior that plaintiffs say kills price competition and incentivizes Claritev and its insurance clients to cram down payments to health care providers.” www.bizjournals.com/washington/n...

No one should be pushed into debt for getting sick. Let’s strengthen consumer protections so families can focus on healing, not bills. www.cnbc.com/2025/11/07/t...

20% of Californians live in rural areas — but only 9% of doctors practice there. Programs connecting medical students to rural hospitals help expand care where it’s needed most. Read more: salinasvalleytribune.com/uc-davis-med...

Breast and colorectal cancers are leading causes of death among women — yet preventive screenings are often skipped due to cost. Expanded coverage for these screenings is a step toward saving lives. Read more: www.theriverbanknews.com/news/women-m...

Families shouldn’t need national media coverage to get insurers to pay for needed care. Out-of-network exceptions are harder than ever to secure — even when no in-network doctor can help. Watch here: www.nbcnews.com/video/parent...

California’s new PBM law is a win for consumers. 🎉 SB 41 will require transparency, state licensure, and ensure PBMs act in the best interest of patients — not profits. Read more: www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/ca...

Medical debt can tank credit scores — even when the charges stem from billing errors or insurance disputes. Some states have banned this harmful practice, but a new federal rule could bring it back. www.ophthalmologyadvisor.com/news/medical...

Even with insurance, patients can face denied coverage and mounting medical bills — often with little explanation. When insurers fail to do their job, patients pay the price. www.wect.com/2025/11/05/w...

Open enrollment for the federal Marketplace has begun! 🏥 Enrollment runs through Jan. 15 — now’s the time to compare plans and find one that protects your health and your wallet. Read more:

Absolutely, there’s an urgent crisis in this country,” says @jason4care.bsky.social, president of the National Alliance for Caregiving. 1 in 4 adults care for relatives with complex needs—often unpaid. Lawmakers must act to support this invisible workforce. WATCH: www.wtoc.com/2025/11/04/c...

Americans burdened by medical debt need protection, not red tape. The CFPB should use its full authority to help families stay financially secure while getting the care they need. www.cpr.org/2025/11/01/t...

Hidden costs no more: Oklahoma’s new law requires hospitals to post prices, helping patients avoid surprise medical bills and creating a fairer system. kfor.com/news/local/o...

Debt relief provides temporary breathing room, but Americans need systemic change: limits on interest, transparency, and protections from unfair billing. www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...

Premiums are rising—and millions could see costs double—if Congress fails to extend enhanced ACA tax credits. With open enrollment starting this week, families deserve affordable, predictable coverage. apnews.com/article/affo...

Approved one month. Denied the next. A Florida woman’s story shows how broken our insurance system is—and why we need stronger patient protections. www.fox4now.com/news/local-n...

“Medicare Advantage enrollees on average had access to just under half (48%) of the physicians in their area who were available to people enrolled in traditional Medicare in 2022, a new KFF analysis finds.” www.axios.com/2025/10/28/m...

What do you need to know going into Medicare and Medicare Advantage open enrollment? A new resource by the Miami Herald has the answers. ⤵️ www.miamiherald.com/news/busines...

Medical debt relief makes a real difference for families. www.the-sun.com/money/153893...

Too many Black seniors still face disparities in access and care. There’s more work to do to ensure every resident can age with dignity and quality care. states.aarp.org/washington-d...

Many states have taken important steps to protect consumers from the harms of medical debt. Now, federal action could weaken those safeguards – leaving patients more vulnerable. Protecting consumers must remain the priority. news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and...

Rising costs, poor value, huge price variation. U.S. hospitals must prioritize transparency and affordability for patients. www.medicaleconomics.com/view/increas...

Both employers and their workers are paying a lot more this year for health care than they did last year, and it’s expected that costs will continue to rise in 2026. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/h...

A new poll from Families USA shows voters across party lines want action on health care costs. Top solutions: require hospitals to disclose rates, end surprise billing, eliminate overcharging loopholes. Urgency is bipartisan. www.hcinnovationgroup.com/policy-value...

North Carolina’s effort to eliminate medical debt for 2.5 million residents is wonderful and will surely save lives. But as cuts to Medicaid and ACA subsidies loom, we need to resolve the root causes of the medical-debt crisis. apnews.com/article/nort...

Trapped by Medicare Advantage? John Oliver breaks down why switching plans isn’t always an option — and why consumers deserve better.

This #HealthLiteracyMonth, get informed to make the best health care decisions for you and your family. @YahooFinance has a helpful guide exploring options: ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/medicar...

Americans are seeing what their health care bills will look like in 2026 thanks to health insurance prices being made available. Unfortunately, premiums are rising, and the loss of COLA will be detrimental to millions of Medicare patients. www.citizensjournal.us/goodbye-to-e...

Shopping for coverage? If you’re waiting for Obamacare’s annual enrollment period to start, you can preview next year’s costs in some state marketplaces and on healthcare.gov. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/h...

Evidence of broken health care system: People in Mississippi and Louisiana have some of the lowest life expectancies in the country despite paying the highest Medicare costs in the country. mississippitoday.org/2025/10/16/m...

CQC Board member Donna Christensen has a new op-ed out on @TheWellNews discussing equity in health care and how right-to-repair laws could disproportionally affect those who rely on lifesaving medical devices. Read it here: www.thewellnews.com/opinions/equ...

This #HealthLiteracyMonth, be sure to read your statement of changes and find out what is best for you and your family during Open Enrollment. Read More: www.forbes.com/sites/bobcar...

Nevada is launching one of the first public health insurance programs in the country. The Battle Born Plans will compete with private insurance and offer lower prices to thousands of Nevadans. thenevadaindependent.com/article/neva...

More than a half-million Ohioans will see their health-insurance premiums increase up to 43% if Congress doesn’t extend federal subsidies the ACA. spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern-...

CQC board member James Manley penned a new op-ed in the Nevada Independent discussing an opportunity for Nevada lawmakers to lift the burden of unfair medical debt off the shoulders of Nevadans. Read ⤵️ thenevadaindependent.com/article/neva...

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth and Consumers for Quality Care is focused on helping you understand the changes occurring in the health insurance marketplace and what those changes could mean for your family budgets and access to care. Learn more ⤵️ consumers4qualitycare.org/issues/healt...

This #HealthLiteracyMonth, we’re here to help consumers navigate big changes on the way for 2026. As insurers raise premiums, deductibles, and cost-sharing in both ACA Marketplace & employer-sponsored plans, it’s important to stay informed. Find out more ⤵️ consumers4qualitycare.org/issues/healt...

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth! This month, we are preparing consumers for significant changes impacting health insurance costs and coverage for 2026. Get informed here: consumers4qualitycare.org/press/2025/1...

All consumers deserve access to affordable, quality care. With rising health care costs on the horizon, this #HealthLiteracyMonth we are raising awareness of new protections for Medicare beneficiaries to manage out-of-pocket expenses ⤵️ consumers4qualitycare.org/press/2025/1...

Rather than pushing millions of Americans to accept junk insurance, ACA subsidies should be renewed so that people can keep the comprehensive insurance plans that they already have. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

Tax credits helping millions of Americans afford health care will expire at the end of the year. Without the credits, many Americans will not be able to afford their insurance. Insurance premiums will increase. For some, they could even quadruple. www.newportri.com/story/opinio...

In Oregon, more than 111,000 people buy health insurance through the ACA. Without tax credits from Congress, they will pay significantly more next year, with almost 35,000 losing financial help altogether. www.oregonlive.com/health/2025/...

Forgiving medical debt is one step toward putting patients ahead of profits – but lawmakers can and should do more to stop debt from piling up in the first place. local12.com/news/local/c...