Introduction

Health affairs editors go beyond the headlines to explore some of the most notable health policy news. We'll look at three issues which have been prominent in the past weeks and months. In one set of cases, providers are challenging federal rules governing their payments under the no surprises act. Another conflict also concerns provider payment, specifically, whether and when consumers can count the value of drug manufacturer cupons towards their deductibles and out of pocket maximums. A third issue involves a challenge to a c a's preventive services coverage mandate.