Imagine a small-town pharmacy in rural Arkansas, struggling to keep its doors open while giant pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) control drug pricing and access through their own vertically integrated chains, creating a growing frustration across the state. Arkansas lawmakers passed Act 624 to
The Medical Debt Crisis in OklahomScope and Significance Imagine a family forced to choose between seeking life-saving medical treatment and facing a mountain of debt that could shatter their financial stability. This harsh reality grips over a third of adults across the United States, and Oklahoma
What happens when a federal mandate reshapes a cornerstone of American healthcare, leaving states with little room to adapt, and how will this impact the millions who depend on Medicaid? As of 2025, a sweeping law signed by President Donald Trump is setting the stage for a dramatic shift in
Setting the Stage: A Tug-of-War in Healthcare Markets In the complex landscape of American healthcare, a fierce battle is unfolding over the unchecked power of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), intermediaries that dictate prescription drug pricing and access for millions of people across the
Introduction The establishment of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965 marked a turning point in American healthcare, addressing long-standing inequities by providing health insurance to older adults, individuals with disabilities, and low-income populations. Signed into law under President Lyndon B.
Health insurance premiums in the United States have become a focal point in recent years. With President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) impacting the healthcare landscape, middle-class Americans are bracing for significant changes to their healthcare costs. Understanding
