April 29, 2025
Despite 'dispensing fee' policy concerns, pharmacy benefit manager reform sent to governor
The final version of a pharmacy benefit manager reform bill received approval from lawmakers — but some raised concerns that a policy in the legislation would increase drug costs for Hoosiers.
Read MoreApril 28, 2025
IDOH to investigate Floyd County tick disease death, urges Hoosiers to protect themselves
After a fatal case of ehrlichiosis in Floyd County, the Indiana Department of Health is sending out a new warning to all Hoosiers.
Read MoreApril 25, 2025
Can local health departments serve everyone under Indiana’s new laws?
At issue is funding for Indiana health departments through the state’s Health First initiative. There were warning signs that lawmakers were looking towards restrictions on the program earlier this year.
Read MoreApril 25, 2025
FSSA launches new verification resource for people on Medicaid waiver waitlists
For over a year, Indiana has had a waitlist for home- and community-based services through Medicaid waivers. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration launched a new online resource for people on the waitlists.
Read MoreApril 25, 2025
Price limits, nonprofit status threats for Indiana's 'big five' hospital systems sent to governor
Indiana's largest nonprofit hospital systems will face limits on how much they can charge for care under legislation headed to the governor. The hospital systems would have to meet certain requirements by 2029 – or forfeit their nonprofit status.
Read MoreApril 24, 2025
'Comprehensive' health costs plan sent to governor despite access to care concerns
Lawmakers approved the final version of a "comprehensive plan" meant to address health care costs in Indiana. The legislation now heads to the governor's desk despite concerns that some of the policies could limit access to quality health care.
Read MoreApril 24, 2025
As Republicans push work requirements in Medicaid, one state offers a cautionary tale
Work requirements led to thousands in Arkansas losing their Medicaid during the first Trump administration. Policymakers say they've learned lessons to avoid mistakes this time.
Read MoreApril 24, 2025
New law lets Indiana schools carry other overdose reversal meds but stops short of requiring them
A bill signed into law by Gov. Mike Braun on Tuesday expands the kinds of opioid reversing medications that can be stocked in Indiana schools.
Read MoreApril 22, 2025
'Mom, take me home': A process meant to help mentally ill people traps some in Indiana jails
Across the U.S., some people with mental illness wait months in jail for court-ordered competency evaluations, with little to no mental health care. One Indiana man's case reveals how delays prolong suffering — and expose a system unequipped to help.
Read MoreApril 17, 2025
Medicaid overhaul sent to governor. GOP says it launches next iteration of HIP program
The Senate GOP's plan to overhaul Indiana's Medicaid expansion program received final approval from lawmakers Thursday. The legislation now heads to the governor's desk despite concerns that it could result in people losing coverage.
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