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Senate Democrats are preparing a bill for quick floor action, and benefits groups are hoping for a boost for ICHRAs and association health plans.

Roughly 5.1% of U.S. adults may now be using GLP-1 agonists to try to control their weight, according to eHealth.

"While many Americans are satisfied with their coverage options for 2026, many are facing significant cost increases and less rich benefits," said Derrick Duke, CEO of eHealth.

The American Hospital Association and Maine Hospital Association on Monday filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Maine to stop upcoming changes to the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program.

Plans could still use strategies other than prior authorization reviews to cut down on unnecessary use of care.

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield carrier told California providers that maintaining accurate practice information is a contractual requirement.