Home Health Care News February 13, 2025
Joyce Famakinwa

The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Thursday, in a 52-48 vote.

The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) stated its intention to work with Kennedy and HHS on a variety of policy priorities, with particular reference to advancing “policies that strengthen care coordination, expand the use of telehealth and home-based services, and ensure that Americans have access to high-quality, cost-effective care at home.”

As HHS Security, Kennedy will be an advisor to the president on health matters, and oversee 13 agencies, including the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Since his nomination, Kennedy has faced opposition and drawn criticism from health professionals and scientists...

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