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Idaho's rural hospitals await federal grant funding as financial struggles continue
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (597+ words) EMMETT, Idaho " "50% of our hospitals are operating with a less than 1% margin. It's just they're hanging on by a thread," Toni Lawson said. Lawson is the Idaho Hospital Association chief advocacy officer. She says this is the first time in…...
End of shutdown brings uncertainty for Idaho family relying on ACA subsidies
4+ mon, 3+ day ago (480+ words) I'm the Idaho News 6 neighborhood reporter dedicated to bringing you the latest stories from Downtown Boise, Boise's North End, and Garden City. BOISE, Idaho " The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has ended, but Congress did not extend the enhanced Affordable…...
You can now check 2026 Obamacare plan prices — but costs could still rise
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (225+ words) The "window shopping" period has opened for individuals looking to purchase health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace, also known as Obamacare. While people can now compare available plans, they cannot make a purchase until Nov. 1, when open enrollment…...
Idaho's rural hospitals face financial strain from state and federal budget cuts
5+ mon, 1+ day ago (1068+ words) EMMETT, Idaho " Idaho has 27 rural hospitals like Valor Health in Emmett, and they're all feeling the impacts of budget cuts at the state and federal level. These changes could significantly impact patients and the communities these hospitals serve. Watch to…...