Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: We examine who's uninsured in Greater Houston and why. Then, our local experts break down the latest political stories. Plus, we discuss parallels between Frankenstein and issues in health care today. And we investigate Houston's grackle infestation.
Posted on · A report from Georgetown University’s Center for Children and Families found that the number of uninsured children in the US has gone up for the first time in nearly a decade.
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: We learn about the number of uninsured children in Texas. We discuss Airbnb in Houston. And former Pres. Barack Obama and former Sec. of State James Baker discuss how politics has changed.
Posted on · Federal law keeps insurers from using genetic test results when pricing and issuing health insurance. But the tests might keep you from being able to get life insurance or a long-term-care policy.
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: The largest health insurer in Texas is implementing a stricter review process for ER claims. Local food writers preview Houston Restaurant Weeks. Writer Michael Arceneaux talks about his book, “I Can’t Date Jesus." And Jeff Balke updates us on local sports.
Posted on · Here’s a look at what the Trump administration changed on short-term, limited duration health plans, what supporters and critics say, why it matters and what’s next
Posted on · The study found more than half of those surveyed said it is difficult for them and their families to afford health care
Posted on · Some Texas medical societies say the insurer's pending review process change would scare patients into not seeking emergency care and could be deadly.
Posted on · Some health plans are refusing to count the copayment assistance offered by drugmakers as part of a patient's deductible. That means some patients are paying thousands of dollars more out-of-pocket.
Posted on · Patients may think their insurers are fighting on their behalf for the best prices. But saving patients money is often not their top priority. Just ask Michael Frank about his hip surgery.
Posted on · We learn about the practice of direct primary care, which bypasses health insurance entirely. Doctors don’t accept any insurance and charge patients directly for whatever care they need.
Posted on · Texas tackled a child welfare crisis, sought to address the opioid epidemic and looked at how to help more people in the state access mental health care. Here’s a look at this year's top Texas health and human services stories.
Posted on · Open enrollment is extended to Dec. 31 for those who were impacted by Hurricane Harvey
Posted on · Even though congressional Republicans formally set aside their Obamacare repeal-and-replace efforts this summer, there are big policy changes that could become law under pending tax proposals.
Posted on · Texas already has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the country