Senate takes steps to retrofit House health bill; Gottlieb takes over FDA

Why This Topic Matters

These developments can affect physician practices through coverage stability, regulatory direction, and future policy changes at both the federal and insurance-market levels.

Article Sections

1. Senate convenes group of 13 to steer health bill

   Coverage of Senate efforts to revise recently passed federal health legislation and the political process surrounding the bill.

2. New Food and Drug Administration (FDA) chief appointed

   A report on the appointment of the new FDA commissioner and the agency priorities associated with the leadership change.

3. Aetna flees from last remaining insurance exchanges

   Discussion of a major insurer’s planned withdrawal from exchange participation and the broader implications for individual-market coverage.