Health Care Overhaul

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Nov 15, 10:14 PM ET
Proposed Trump administration policy pushes for transparency in health care costs
The Trump administration announced a policy that would require hospitals to disclose negotiated rates with insurance companies.
Nov 15, 10:14 PM ET
Oct 29, 6:23 PM ET
Employers relying less on high-deductible health plans
A more generous plan with a deductible can be an attractive recruitment tool.
Oct 29, 6:23 PM ET
Oct 22, 6:14 PM ET
More choices and stable premiums for 'Obamacare' next year
More choices and stable premiums for 'Obamacare' next year, but court case looms over the program
Oct 22, 6:14 PM ET
Sep 9, 4:02 PM ET
Not waiting for Congress, states pass laws to lower drug costs
Among the new measures are those that authorize importing prescription drugs.
Sep 9, 4:02 PM ET
Jul 9, 11:53 PM ET
Republican-led states head to court to argue Obamacare is 'unconstitutional'
Eighteen states are fighting against Obamacare, potentially affecting millions of Americans.
Jul 9, 11:53 PM ET
Jul 9, 5:03 PM ET
Obamacare faces major court test with health benefits on the line
A federal appeals court on Tuesday will consider the fate of the Affordable Care Act, setting the stage for a major decision that could affect health care of millions.
Jul 9, 5:03 PM ET
Jul 9, 4:59 PM ET
Group of 18 Republican-led states ask court to invalidate Obamacare
Backed by the Trump administration, a group of 18 Republican-led states are heading to court to invalidate Obamacare, putting millions of Americans at risk.
Jul 9, 4:59 PM ET
Jul 9, 11:27 AM ET
Obamacare faces major test at appeals court
A federal appeals court on Tuesday will consider the fate of the Affordable Care Act, setting the stage for a major decision that could affect health care of millions.
Jul 9, 11:27 AM ET
Jul 1, 12:46 PM ET
Rural hospital closures leave residents with few options: 'It's a fight every day'
As part of "This Week's" Critical Care series, ABC's Steve Osunsami traveled to Tennessee to report on the impact hospital closures have had on rural communities.
Jul 1, 12:46 PM ET
Jun 24, 9:00 PM ET
Non-English speakers could face health setback because of Trump
The administration wants to ease certain regulations affecting this group.
Jun 24, 9:00 PM ET
Jun 23, 4:26 PM ET
Activists say they're accepting nothing less than Medicare for all
ABC News Correspondent David Wright examined Medicare for all in the first installment of "Critical Care" on "This Week" Sunday.
Jun 23, 4:26 PM ET
Jun 18, 10:50 AM ET
Trump vows 'phenomenal' new health care plan
Senate Republicans "anxious" to hear about President Trump's new health care plan.
Jun 18, 10:50 AM ET
Jun 10, 1:29 PM ET
Health insurance canceled without warning: One couple’s story
The Gaffers thought they were paying their health insurance. They were wrong.
Jun 10, 1:29 PM ET
Jun 2, 7:30 PM ET
Study: More blacks got timely cancer care after 'Obamacare'
New research suggests that states that expanded Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act eliminated racial differences in being able to quickly start on treatment after a diagnosis of advanced cancer
Jun 2, 7:30 PM ET
May 13, 8:00 AM ET
Washington to offer first 'public option' insurance in US
Washington set to offer a universally available public health insurance option.
May 13, 8:00 AM ET
Apr 30, 12:15 PM ET
Congressional Democrats to hold health care hearing
Nurses from across the country are in the nation's capital in support of a Medicare-for-all plan. ABC News' MaryAlice Parks reports.
Apr 30, 12:15 PM ET
Apr 9, 6:04 PM ET
Attorney General Barr tepidly backs his own department's position to no longer defend 'Obamacare'
Attorney General Bill Barr on Tuesday seemed to express skepticism that the Trump administration's latest position can withstand legal scrutiny in the Supreme Court.
Apr 9, 6:04 PM ET
Apr 3, 8:54 PM ET
Trump says the White House is working on a 'great health care plan' but his administration is not drafting legislation
While President Trump promises his administration is putting together a "great health care plan," two senior White House officials say no legislation is being crafted.
Apr 3, 8:54 PM ET
Apr 3, 5:24 PM ET
Trump punts on health care until after 2020
The president said on Twitter that he never planned on voting on a health care plan until after the next presidential election.
Apr 3, 5:24 PM ET
Apr 2, 6:18 PM ET
Health care vote can wait until 2020: Trump
Democrats slam GOP for not having a plan to replace the Affordable Care Act.
Apr 2, 6:18 PM ET
Apr 2, 5:15 PM ET
Health care costs are so high that many people skip treatment, medications: Survey
The cost of healthcare is leading people to either borrow large amounts of money to pay for treatments or regularly skipping treatments or forgoing prescriptions.
Apr 2, 5:15 PM ET
Apr 1, 7:30 PM ET
Despite no GOP replacement plan, acting White House chief of staff claims Americans won’t lose health care if 'Obamacare' is struck down
Mick Mulvaney claims he can guarantee every person who has health coverage because of "Obamacare" will not lose their coverage if the ACA is struck down in court.
Apr 1, 7:30 PM ET
Apr 1, 9:30 AM ET
Trump's battle with 'Obamacare' moves to the courts
Trump's battle with "Obamacare" moves to the courts with big risks and unpredictable results
Apr 1, 9:30 AM ET
Mar 28, 5:58 PM ET
Lawmakers concerned about repealing Obamacare without a replacement
Republicans in Congress and President Trump don't seem to have a plan in case there is a lapse in coverage if the Affordable Care Act is repealed.
Mar 28, 5:58 PM ET
Mar 27, 9:20 PM ET
Congressional Democrats and some Republicans wary over Trump administration's decision to overturn Affordable Care Act
Congressional Democrats are blasting the administration on its health care stance, while some Republicans are even expressing reservations about the shift in policy.
Mar 27, 9:20 PM ET
Mar 27, 5:45 PM ET
Health care clash heats up
Members of Congress respond to the Trump administration's request that the court strike down the Affordable Care Act.
Mar 27, 5:45 PM ET
Mar 27, 3:46 PM ET
Trump administration seeks to repeal Obamacare
Democrats are quick to point out Republicans don't have a new plan to replace the Affordable Care Act, but President Donald Trump is welcoming the battle ahead of the 2020 election.
Mar 27, 3:46 PM ET
Mar 27, 2:52 PM ET
Impact of potentially repealing Affordable Care Act
The Department of Justice agreed with a lower court and said the health care law should be repealed.
Mar 27, 2:52 PM ET
Mar 27, 11:26 AM ET
DOJ wants to strike down Obamacare
The U.S. Department of Justice said it supports a federal judge's ruling that the entire Affordable Care Act should be overturned.
Mar 27, 11:26 AM ET
Mar 27, 10:43 AM ET
Justice Department sides with lower court, says Obamacare should be struck down
The U.S. Department of Justice now says it supports a federal judge's ruling that the entire Affordable Care Act should be overturned.
Mar 27, 10:43 AM ET
Mar 26, 10:04 PM ET
Affordable Care Act architect: repealing law would be a 'disaster'
Economist Jonathan Gruber says the act known as Obamacare is, "part of the fabric of the American health care system right now."
Mar 26, 10:04 PM ET
Mar 26, 6:54 PM ET
Trump administration asks to repeal Affordable Care Act
The Department of Justice says the court should completely invalidate the Obama health care law.
Mar 26, 6:54 PM ET
Mar 26, 6:19 PM ET
One student's fears if the Affordable Care Act is repealed
Alma Bocaletti, a student enrolled in a state-run health care program, discusses the Trump administration's request to repeal the health care law.
Mar 26, 6:19 PM ET
Mar 26, 12:40 PM ET
Justice Department sides with lower court, says Obamacare should end
The U.S. Department of Justice now says it supports a federal judge's ruling that the entire Affordable Care Act should be overturned.
Mar 26, 12:40 PM ET
Mar 12, 8:51 AM ET
'Medicare-for-all' gets unexpected surge of support, even in red states
In states including Texas, Arizona and Louisiana, a series of events have been held to harness energy on the ground and to showcase enthusiasm.
Mar 12, 8:51 AM ET
Feb 28, 7:01 PM ET
5 dramatic moments from past congressional showdowns over health care
Kaiser Health News looks back on high drama moments over health care.
Feb 28, 7:01 PM ET
Feb 26, 4:55 PM ET
Five dramatic moments from past congressional showdowns over health care
Kaiser Health News looks back on high drama moments over health care on Capitol Hill.
Feb 26, 4:55 PM ET
Feb 4, 7:38 PM ET
Trump wants to slash drug rebate deals. Will it make a difference?
The administration's plan could cause far-reaching change.
Feb 4, 7:38 PM ET
Jan 12, 11:07 PM ET
Democrats roll out big health care proposals in the states
New Democratic governors and Democratically controlled legislatures take action.
Jan 12, 11:07 PM ET
Jan 2, 10:10 PM ET
Sen. Orrin Hatch’s influence of US health care
The Utah politician is leaving the Senate after 42 years.
Jan 2, 10:10 PM ET
Dec 31, 5:51 AM ET
Judge clears the way for appeal of ruling against health law
Federal judge who declared health law unconstitutional stays his ruling.
Dec 31, 5:51 AM ET
Dec 21, 8:59 AM ET
Los Angeles-area freeway named for Barack Obama
The designation was authorized in 2017, but signs naming the freeway are now up.
Dec 21, 8:59 AM ET
Dec 20, 9:40 PM ET
5 ways overturning Obamacare could dismantle the American health care system
The Affordable Care Act is interwoven into the fabric of the American health care system.
Dec 20, 9:40 PM ET
Dec 18, 11:40 AM ET
Judge's Obamacare ruling: Advantage Democrats: COLUMN
This does not bode well for the GOP if health care is a major issue in 2020.
Dec 18, 11:40 AM ET
Dec 17, 9:10 PM ET
Everything’s bigger in Texas, including health problems
Many Texans struggle to get care and pay bills.
Dec 17, 9:10 PM ET
Dec 17, 7:26 PM ET
What Obamacare ruling could mean for your health care
Even if you don’t have an Obamacare health plan, experts say there are far-reaching implications for all consumers if a federal judge's ruling is allowed to stand.
Dec 17, 7:26 PM ET
Dec 17, 7:06 PM ET
Judge strikes down Obamacare
Millions of Americans' health care is in jeopardy after Texas ruling.
Dec 17, 7:06 PM ET
Dec 17, 2:01 PM ET
Texas judge rules Obamacare 'unconstitutional'
This ruling now may put the healthcare for millions of Americans in jeopardy, as President Donald Trump applauded the decision and Democrats condemned it.
Dec 17, 2:01 PM ET
Dec 17, 1:04 PM ET
Obama, Trump react to judge's health care ruling
President Trump declared victory after a Texas judge struck down the Affordable Care Act, but top Democratic lawmakers are gearing up for a fight.
Dec 17, 1:04 PM ET
Dec 17, 1:40 AM ET
Federal judge strikes down Obamacare law
Millions of people who rely on Obamacare for their medical insurance will soon face a difficult time as U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor has struck down the entire Obamacare law.
Dec 17, 1:40 AM ET