Azar Says HHS Will Confront ACA Replacement When Time Comes, Not Before

The Trump administration is focusing on protecting and improving job-based coverage, Medicare and Medicaid that covers the vast majority of Americans and has no plans to draft an Affordable Care Act replacement until there’s a willing Congress or the court makes a final decision, HHS Secretary Alex Azar said during the TIME 100 Health Summit on Thursday (Oct. 17). HHS’ stance mirrors Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s (R-KY) position following Congress’ failure to repeal the law and supports earlier indications...