Health Policy, Washington Council Ernst & Young

Informing strategic decision-making and creating meaningful policy change

 

The Washington Council Ernst & Young (WCEY) health care team helps payers, providers, life sciences companies and health care innovators navigate the complex federal policy process, bringing strategic insights to clients and helping them create change in Washington.

What WCEY can do for you

WCEY represents clients before Congress and the executive branch on a range of health care issues. We convene cross-industry coalitions and lead issue- and legislation-specific campaigns. Our work encompasses public and private health insurance and coverage, provider issues, employer health benefits, consumer and patient advocates, health technology, pharmaceuticals and other life sciences policy.

Health Policy Unpacked

Coverage landscape edition

 

Join Abby Johnson and Heather Meade as they discuss the significant shifts in health policy and their impact on the coverage market. Discover how recent legislative and regulatory changes may reshape Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act exchanges, and Medicare, affecting millions of individuals and health care providers alike. Gain insights into essential strategies for adapting to these evolving regulations and ensuring compliance in a rapidly changing policy landscape.


Health Policy Unpacked

Trade and tariffs edition

 

Join Heather Meade and Evan Giesemann as they explore the critical implications of evolving tariffs on the health care sector. Discover how these changes affect everything from small medical practices to global pharmaceutical manufacturers, and learn key strategies for navigating the complexities of the health care supply chain.

Our latest thinking

Activating H.R.1: Driving horizontal innovation in the social safety net

Discover how H.R.1 reshapes Medicaid and SNAP funding, shifting financial responsibility to states while unlocking $50B in rural health innovation grants.

How health care companies can navigate data privacy’s rapid evolution

As regulatory activity ramps up and states enact their own laws, health care companies must re-examine their approach to data privacy. Read more.

Election aftermath: implications for life sciences companies 

Join our webcast to explore the 2024 election’s impact on life sciences with insights on drug prices, supply chain and more. Register now!

AI in health care: regulatory and legislative outlook

Explore the regulatory landscape of AI in health care and its potential to revolutionize health care costs, quality and access.

Progress through policy: the digital health imperative

Explore how smart digital healthcare policy improves health equity, telehealth, EHR usage, nursing shortages, value based care, and patient centered care.



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    How health care may come into play in the Republican-controlled Congress agenda.


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