Could Healthcare Reform debate turn to a reconciliation?

In a recent article at The Christian Science Monitor, they look at President Obama's call for government to give the American people a definite answer on the long-lasting debate on universal healthcare. He's looking to the Democrats to provide the American people with an answer, possibly without the vote of one single Republican. The article states that Congress could have to resort to a rarely used procedure called reconciliation. According to the article, reconciliation is "a process that allows the Senate to ban filibusters, limit debate to 20 hours, and pass legislation by a simple majority vote." Read the full article here.

Medicaid Managed Care Congress: Will you be there?

What does the stimulus plan mean for your state program? How are your fellow state reps and health plans strategizing in this economy? The 17th Annual Medicaid Managed Care Congress provides you a forum to discuss these issues and bring home the best action plan. Join us this June 8-10, 2009 to hear best practices, next practices and the latest regulatory developments from CMS, State Medicaid officials and health plan executives on how to achieve quality care, comply with the latest legislation, and manage cost.


The lowest price of the year is available until March 13. For more information on the program and speakers, visit our website!