A stethoscope resting outside a government building, representing the Health Policy and Patient Education category and highlighting system advancements that influence how healthcare is delivered.

Research shows that millions of people miss out on essential services each year because they can’t keep up with health policy changes — leaving vital benefits unclaimed, costs unnecessarily high, and critical care protections are out of reach.

Health Policy and System Advancements Are Hard to Follow Without Clear, Patient-Centered Guidance

Today's Top Stories on Health Policy and System Advancements
Doctor measuring an older patient’s waist during a consultation about the Trump drug pricing deal and new Medicare coverage for weight-loss medications.

Trump Drug Pricing Deal with Dr. Mehmet Oz: Understanding the New Rules for Wegovy, Ozempic, and Medicare Patients

Breaking news — November 6, 2025, 10 a.m. ET: President Donald Trump and CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz announced a...
  • Doctor and patient reviewing medical information on a laptop illustrating how AI in healthcare supports decision-making and improves patient engagement.

    6 Benefits AI in Healthcare Is Changing How We Manage Our Health (and Why You’re Still in Control)

    AI in healthcare is reshaping how we access information, receive care, and...

  • Confident older woman researching HEDIS vs CAHPS on her laptop, learning about healthcare quality measures and patient experience differences.

    HEDIS vs CAHPS: 5 Things Every Patient Should Know About How Healthcare Is Measured

    Healthcare quality isn’t just about tests and treatments—it’s also about your experience....

  • Two smiling women sit at a desk in a modern office setting, representing a patient and a healthcare or insurance representative. The older woman, wearing a beige sweater, rests her hands on a laptop, while the younger woman, dressed in a navy blazer with a name badge, holds a clipboard. Both look directly at the camera, symbolizing collaboration and trust. This image supports the theme “Why CMS Star Ratings Matter,” highlighting the importance of communication between patients and insurers in achieving high-quality healthcare outcomes.

    5 Powerful Reasons Why CMS Star Ratings Matter to Your Healthcare—And Why You Should Care

    Ever wonder what those “5-star plan” commercials are really talking about? They’re...

  • Group of smiling children holding American flags at an outdoor patriotic event, symbolizing unity and hope for a healthier future, aligned with the Make America Healthy Again Movement and Patient Better health navigation education.

    How to Join the Make America Healthy Again Movement for Free: The Easiest and Most Rewarding Solution Identified

    This article explores how individuals can join the Make America Healthy Again...

Top Health Policy Glossary Terms

These are some of the most common Health Policy and System Advancements terms people rely on every day. Think you can guess them? Hover over each image to see if you’re right.

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