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Democrats Sound Alarm on WISeR Medicare Model Changes

8/13/2025

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Democratic lawmakers are raising alarms over the WISeR Medicare model, arguing it will lead to more prior authorizations, challenging claims made by the Trump administration. They are particularly worried about Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s possible alterations to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, stressing the critical need for preventive care and transparency in future appointments.

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Democratic lawmakers are raising alarms over the WISeR Medicare model, arguing it will lead to more prior authorizations, challenging claims made by the Trump administration. They are particularly worried about Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s possible alterations to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, stressing the critical need for preventive care and transparency in future appointments.