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More than a thousand conservative lawmakers and business executives are gathering this week for a conference that could shape a new wave of Republican legislation in state capitols pushing for deeper tax cuts, limits on union powers and a private-sector makeover for government Medicaid programs.

The Obama administration is open to talks with Texas about expanded health care for the poor, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said Thursday, though the state's top Republicans adamantly refuse to cooperate.

Consumers face various hurdles in accessing their medications in both traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.

Only licensed, certified agents can recommend and sell specific California exchange plans.

Twelve health insurance companies have signed contracts to offer coverage through California's new exchange as part of the federal health care law.

Commenters dig into CMS proposals for Web brokers, insurer reps and payment options.