Government Shutdown Impacts Healthcare and Insurance Costs
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The U.S. government shutdown began on October 1 due to failed budget negotiations, affecting healthcare services like telehealth and hospital-at-home programs, with significant furloughs at HHS and potential disruptions in healthcare oversight and funding. Healthcare leaders are concerned about program lapses and workforce impacts, with no immediate resolution expected until Congress reconvenes.
Topics:top-news#government#government-shutdown#healthcare-impact#hhs-furloughs#medicaid-and-medicare#telehealth
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