That’s a wrap on the 2026 Health Care Cost Trends Hearing! Thank you for following along. #CTH26
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Panelists discuss how federal policy changes are putting health coverage at risk for many in MA. This is expected to result in skipped preventive care and increased volume at already-strained EDs and hospitals. The impact will only grow and patient outreach is critical. #CTH26
Today’s final panel, “A Call to Action: A Leadership Agenda for Health Care Affordability” convenes health care system leaders to discuss the issues facing the health care system. #CTH26
🔗: MassHPC.gov/2026-CTH
🔗: MassHPC.gov/2026-CTH
Commissioner Leibman kicks off the panel asking about the most significant drivers of spending: Clinical advancements, drug prices, inflation, payment models, patient severity, and increased utilization are all contributing factors. #CTH26