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Ozempic is in the next round of Medicare drug price negotiations. See the full list of 15 medications

The talks on drugs including Novo Nordisk's Wegovy, GSK's Trelegy Ellipta, and Pfizer's Xtandi will set Medicare prices that go into effect in 2027.

CNBC - 8h

Ozempic picked for Medicare price bargaining

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Biden adds Ozempic to list for Medicare price negotiation In one of its last actions, the Biden administration ...

The Hill - 8h

Ozempic Among the Next Drugs Up for Medicare Price Negotiations

The list of drugs account for $41 billion in annual Medicare spending, the Biden administration said.

The Wall Street Journal - 15h

Medicare to Negotiate Lower Prices for Weight-Loss Drugs

The government is expected to pay lower prices for Ozempic and Wegovy starting in 2027. The Trump administration will decide whether to expand coverage for millions of Americans.

The New York Times - 18h

Azerbaijan’s Leader, Emboldened, Picks a Rare Fight With Putin

Russia’s president is said to have blamed birds or a Ukrainian drone for a Dec. 25 crash of an Azerbaijani plane. Azerbaijan says Russian air defenses were at fault.

The New York Times - 1d

The next 15 drugs chosen for Medicare negotiation

The Biden administration has announced the next 15 drugs chosen for Medicare negotiation, marking one of its final acts before the inauguration of President-elect Trump. The Centers for Medicare ...

The Hill - 16h

White House says popular weight-loss drug Ozempic subject to Medicare talks

Analysts at Argus Research say the stock is now trading at 22 times its estimated 2025 earnings.

MarketWatch - 16h

Medicare announces weight-loss drugs, including Ozempic, will be up for price negotiations

The Biden administration on Friday released its next round of prescription drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations, which includes Ozempic.

NBC News - 16h

Ozempic, Wegovy on list for Medicare drug price negotiations

The hugely popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy, used for diabetes and weight loss, will be included in the next round of talks to negotiate lower Medicare drug prices.

CBS News - 17h

CMS to seek Medicare negotiations on Ozempic price

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has included Ozempic among the next 15 drugs chosen for Medicare negotiation. CMS listed Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy — all forms of semaglutide ...

The Hill - 17h

Biden administration picks 15 more drugs for Medicare negotiation

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has selected 15 more drugs for Medicare price negotiation, announcing the selection two weeks ahead of schedule. Administration officials did ...

The Hill - 18h

Trump EPA, Interior picks face Senate test

Click for more from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump EPA, Interior picks poised for confirmation Environment watchers faced a split screen on ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump names pick for Air Force secretary

President-elect Trump on Thursday named Troy Meink, a top spy chief who has previously served as a missile engineer, as his pick for secretary of the Air Force. Trump said in a statement on Truth ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump's Cabinet picks grilled on Capitol Hill

Several of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are testifying at their Senate confirmation hearings. CBS News' Taurean Small breaks down some of the news from their testimony.

CBS News - 1d

Medicare's new $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket drug costs could save patients thousands, AARP says

The AARP report suggests the spending cap could be huge for Medicare enrollees who take costly drugs for cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and other conditions.

CNBC - 1d

Democrats grill Trump budget pick

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump’s pick for budget chief faces fire in hearing Democrats grilled Russell ...

The Hill - 2d

Confirmation hearing for Trump's VA secretary pick delayed

The confirmation hearing for President-elect Trump's pick for the next the secretary of Veterans Affairs, former Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.), has been delayed by a week until Jan. 21. Sen. Jerry ...

The Hill - 4d

I’m blindsided by extra Medicare charges because of my income. How do I avoid this situation?

A reader is trying to plan ahead to avoid the dreaded IRMAA, a surcharge that can come out of your Social Security check.

MarketWatch - 4d

Here's the confirmation hearing schedule for Trump's Cabinet picks

President-elect Donald Trump's nominees for top posts in his administration are gearing up for their Senate confirmation hearings, which kick off this week.

CBS News - 4d

Confirmation hearings for Trump Cabinet picks begin this week

Several of President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his incoming administration will have their Senate confirmation hearings this week, beginning Tuesday with Trump's controversial choice for ...

CBS News - 4d

Confirmations for Trump's controversial cabinet picks set to begin

President-elect Donald Trump's controversial picks are set to undergo confirmation hearings this week, as preparations for Trump’s Jan.20 inauguration ramp up. Over the course of four days, ...

NBC News - 4d

Confirmation hearings for Trump's Cabinet picks begin this week

Confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees are set to begin Tuesday. Senators will get a chance to directly question Trump's picks, including Pete Hegseth, his ...

CBS News - 5d

‘He threw a book at me’: Why IRMAA surcharges make seniors on Medicare so mad

Letters will go out soon for those who will have to pay extra next year for their Part B and D premiums

MarketWatch - 6d

Midseason check-in: Which picks are we standing by -- or redoing?

South Carolina still the favorite for the title? These are the picks we're standing by -- or picking again.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Corrective action is needed to preserve Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid

Any lasting fiscal reforms must moderate the growth of the largest mandatory spending programs: Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.

The Hill - Jan. 10

Prices of top 25 Medicare Part D drugs have nearly doubled, AARP study finds

AARP's new research finds price growth for top Part D prescription drugs has exceeded inflation, making a case for allowing Medicare to negotiate prices.

CNBC - Jan. 9

Medicare can now cover Eli Lilly's Zepbound for sleep apnea, Health Department agency says

It opens the door for broader coverage and access to Zepbound, which is not currently covered by Medicare and many other insurance plans for weight loss.

CNBC - Jan. 9

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic may be up for Medicare price negotiations — will Trump support it?

Medicare’s drug pricing negotiations — the first of their kind in the United States, passed under President Joe Biden — face an uncertain future in the incoming Trump administration.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Medicare can cover Zepbound for sleep apnea, creating a significant opportunity for Eli Lilly

Zepbound is not covered by Medicare or many other insurance plans as a treatment for weight loss. The injectable treatment costs about $1,000 a month without insurance.

MarketWatch - Jan. 9

Former Penguins Second-Round Pick Waived By Seattle

Former second-round pick and Penguins forward has struggled in 2024-25

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

DeSantis will take more time to pick Rubio's replacement

DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.

CBS News - Jan. 8

Midseason check-in: What picks are we standing by -- or redoing?

Kansas to win it all? Florida to bow out early? Here are picks we're standing by .. and those we're making again.

ESPN - Jan. 7

Johnson says no cuts to Social Security and Medicare to fund Trump's agenda

House Speaker Mike Johnson said cuts to Social Security and Medicare won't be part of the legislative plan being worked out to fund President-elect Donald Trump's agenda.

ABC News - Jan. 7

NFL Week 18 odds, predictions, expert picks: Best bets, teasers, survivor picks, where to watch each game

CBSSports.com and SportsLine break down every single NFL game

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

Here are big changes retirees can expect from Social Security and Medicare in 2025

Retirees can expect to see some big changes in 2025 when it comes to their Social Security and Medicare benefits.

NBC News - Jan. 4

What’s going to happen with Social Security and Medicare in 2025?

What retirees should know about these important benefits heading into the new year.

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

Here are big changes retirees can expect from Social Security and Medicare in 2025

Millions of beneficiaries can expect enhanced Social Security benefits and new limits to Medicare prescription drug costs in 2025.

CNBC - Jan. 4

Sanders gets Finance perch to push Social Security, Medicare expansion, tax reform

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who supports expanding Social Security and Medicare and raising taxes on the wealthy, will get a seat on the Senate’s powerful Finance Committee, which has jurisdiction ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Here's what to know about Medicare's new spending cap

This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.

CBS News - Jan. 2

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