Dr. Mehmet Oz

The Trump administration has narrowed the definition of 'medically frail' for Medicaid exemptions from work requirements, requiring significant health conditions and impairment in work ability. States worry this change could lead to coverage loss for sick and disabled enrollees, prompting a lawsuit from 25 Democratic-led states. Medicaid agencies face challenges implementing the new guidelines, which add documentation hurdles for recipients.

The Trump administration's new Medicaid work rule requires recipients to document exemptions, such as a doctor's note, to avoid losing coverage starting next year. Consumer advocates warn the policy may disproportionately affect individuals unable to meet work requirements.

President Donald Trump signed the Big Beautiful Bill Act one year ago, which the Trump administration claims has reduced Medicaid costs and prevented $42 billion in fraudulent health care spending. Democrats argue the law weakens health care programs for low-income Americans, while Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of Medicare and Medicaid, defends stricter work requirements and enrollment changes. Estimates suggest over $1 trillion was cut from federal health care spending, with 4.8 million Americans losing Medicaid coverage.

The Trump administration's new Medicaid guidance narrows the definition of 'medically frail' to require significant work impairment, raising concerns that many sick and disabled enrollees may lose coverage. States face challenges implementing work requirements under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with 25 Democratic-led states and D.C. suing over the revised guidelines.

A coalition of 25 states and the District of Columbia is suing the Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements, arguing the policy unlawfully restricts access to healthcare. The lawsuit challenges an Interim Final Rule (IFR) requiring individuals to prove exemptions for work, volunteer, or education mandates, which the states claim violates federal law and Congress' intent.

A coalition of 25 states and the District of Columbia is suing the Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements, arguing the policy unlawfully restricts access to healthcare. The lawsuit challenges the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Interim Final Rule (IFR), which mandates documentation for exemptions to work, volunteer, or education requirements for Medicaid enrollees. The rule, effective in January 2027, would require able-bodied individuals to work 20 hours weekly while enrolled in free healthcare.

Medicare is offering select GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50/month through a temporary trial until 2027, with eligibility based on BMI and specific health conditions. Covered medications include Eli Lilly's Foundayo and Zepbound, and Novo Nordisk's Wegovy, but exclusions apply for those with diabetes or sleep apnea.

The Trump administration has narrowed the definition of 'medically frail' for Medicaid exemptions from work requirements, causing concerns that many sick and disabled enrollees may lose coverage. States are struggling to comply with the new guidelines, which require assessing a person's ability to work, and 25 Democratic-led states plus DC have sued over the policy.

The Trump administration has narrowed the definition of 'medically frail' for Medicaid exemptions, requiring recipients to prove significant work impairment. States are struggling to implement the new work requirements, and 25 Democratic-led states plus DC have sued over the policy.

The Trump administration has narrowed the definition of 'medically frail' for Medicaid exemptions from work requirements, prompting concerns that many sick and disabled enrollees may lose coverage. Twenty-five Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia have sued the administration over the new guidelines, which require individuals to prove significant work impairment due to health conditions.

Pennsylvania has joined a multi-state lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's Medicaid work requirement rules under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The lawsuit argues the new requirements, which mandate community engagement and work hours for Medicaid benefits, will cause harm and complexity for states to implement.

Over 1 million people enrolled in Obamacare plans lack Social Security Numbers, according to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. They stated the situation is 'plagued by fraud'.

President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Chris Klomp to serve as deputy secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Trump cited Klomp's leadership in Medicare operations and his commitment to healthcare reforms, including the Most Favored Nation Drug Pricing Policy. The decision was made in collaboration with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz.

Donald Trump will host farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers at a White House dinner to highlight trade and tax policies supporting the agriculture industry. The event coincides with the Great American State Fair and follows recent agriculture-focused initiatives by the administration.

Donald Trump will host farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers at a White House dinner to highlight trade and tax policies, emphasizing expanded market access and reduced trade barriers. The event coincides with the Great American State Fair and follows recent agriculture-focused initiatives, with attendees including senior administration officials and lawmakers from major agricultural states.

A Texas doctor, Jason Finkelstein, 53, has been charged in an $89 million healthcare fraud case for billing insurers for unnecessary cardiovascular screening tests on college athletes and falsifying results without review, leading to a patient's death due to undetected heart issues. The Justice Department highlighted the case as part of a nationwide crackdown on healthcare fraud, emphasizing schemes that risk patient lives.

A Texas doctor was charged in an $89 million healthcare fraud case for billing insurers for unnecessary cardiovascular tests on college athletes and falsifying results. The indictment alleges the scheme, which spanned 2019 to 2022, included deceptive marketing and kickbacks, with one patient later dying from undetected heart issues. The Justice Department highlighted the case as part of a nationwide crackdown on healthcare fraud.

A Texas doctor, Jason Finkelstein, faces charges in an $89 million healthcare fraud scheme involving medically unnecessary cardiovascular tests for college athletes. Prosecutors allege he certified test results as normal without review, leading to undetected heart issues in a patient who later died. The Justice Department highlighted the case as part of a nationwide crackdown on healthcare fraud.

Five individuals were charged in Medicare fraud schemes involving Ferraris and shell companies. Medicare paid over $10 billion for skin substitutes in 2024 under the administration of Mehmet Oz, the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid administrator.

Federal officials have rejected state proposals to use $50 billion in rural health funding for initiatives like treating low-income patients, enforcing strict adherence to application promises through clawback threats. The Rural Health Transformation Program, part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, allows the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to withhold or recover funds if states deviate from approved plans.

President Donald Trump turned 80, becoming the second sitting U.S. president to reach octogenarian status. Trump dismissed concerns about aging, with allies praising his energy and health, while critics contrast his vitality with former President Joe Biden's age-related scrutiny. Trump's White House highlighted his 'exceptional' health and cognitive test results.

President Donald Trump turned 80, becoming the second sitting U.S. president to reach octogenarian status. Trump addressed his age with humor and emphasized his health and energy, while critics contrasted his vitality with former President Joe Biden's age-related challenges. White House physician Sean Barbabella declared Trump in 'exceptional' health, and Trump claimed to have aced a cognitive test.

Ohio and federal authorities announced indictments against nine individuals for allegedly defrauding the government of $42 million through Medicaid and COVID programs. The collaboration includes a new federal-state data-sharing system to combat fraud, with 49 home health providers suspended for billing irregularities. Political tensions arose as GOP legislators criticized Governor Mike DeWine for alleged oversight failures in Medicaid fraud.

Dr. Mehmet Oz and Tammy Haddad spoke onstage during the AI Honors event hosted by the Washington AI Network. The event celebrated AI's elite in Washington.

The federal government released new guidance for states to implement Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a 2027 deadline. Critics argue the timeline is unworkable and risks losing coverage for eligible individuals, while CMS claims it promotes independence through work or education.

The federal government released guidance on implementing Medicaid work requirements, which could result in up to 7 million people losing insurance by 2027. States must verify work status for 20 million Medicaid enrollees, facing a tight deadline and criticism from governors who argue the timeline is unworkable. The policy, part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, requires adults in expanded Medicaid states to work or engage in approved activities for 80 hours monthly.

The federal government released new guidance for implementing Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a 2027 deadline. States have criticized the timeline as unworkable, citing risks of coverage loss, while the policy aims to require monthly work or community service for eligibility.

The federal government released new guidance for Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a 2027 deadline for states to implement. States argue the timeline is unworkable, while critics warn of coverage losses based on past examples like Arkansas.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, participated in a White House briefing but avoided answering certain questions.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, avoided answering questions during a White House briefing about Bill Pulte's nomination to lead national intelligence, stating the topic was 'out of my lane.' The White House has been using various officials for briefings while press secretary Karoline Leavitt is on maternity leave, with Oz focusing on healthcare updates like adding medications to the TrumpRx website.

The federal government released guidance for states to implement Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a 2027 deadline. Democratic governors argue the timeline is unworkable, citing risks of coverage loss and system challenges.

Dr. Mehmet Oz avoided questions about President Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte, a homebuilder and Federal Housing Finance Agency director, to lead the nation’s intelligence services. Oz stated he trusted the president’s judgment, while emphasizing his role as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, addressed questions at a White House press briefing about President Trump's health and the Ebola outbreak in Africa. CBS News' Nancy Cordes provided additional context after his remarks.

The federal government released new guidance for states to implement Medicaid work requirements, which will affect 20 million adults. States must comply with a January 1, 2027, deadline, but Democratic governors argue the timeline is unworkable. The requirements, part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, mandate 80 monthly hours of work, education, or community service for Medicaid eligibility in states that expanded coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

The federal government released new guidance for states to implement Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a January 1, 2027 deadline. Democratic governors, including Oregon's Tina Kotek, criticized the timeline as unworkable, citing risks of coverage loss. The requirements, part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, mandate 80 hours of monthly work, education, or community service for Medicaid eligibility, with exemptions for medically frail individuals.

The federal government released new guidance for states to implement Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a 2027 deadline. Democratic governors, including Oregon's Tina Kotek, argue the timeline is unworkable, citing risks of coverage loss and system failures.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, will lead a White House press briefing following the Trump administration's final rule requiring most Medicaid beneficiaries aged 19-64 to provide proof of work or community service.

The federal government released new guidance for implementing Medicaid work requirements affecting 20 million adults, with a 2027 deadline for states to comply. Critics argue the timeline is unworkable and risks coverage loss, while proponents highlight opportunities for work and education. The rules apply to states that expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) administrator, will host the White House press briefing on Tuesday. He is substituting for press secretary Karoline Leavitt during her maternity leave.

The OhioSEE program provides free comprehensive eye exams and glasses to kindergarten through third-grade students in 230 school districts across 15 Ohio counties. Administered by the Ohio Department of Health, the $10 million pilot program has conducted nearly 1,900 exams and distributed 1,200 pairs of glasses, aiming to address vision care gaps for underinsured or underserved children.