Healthcare
Advancing health care priorities at every level of government.
McGuireWoods Consulting's distinctive state and federal health care policy teams provide clients with a one-stop shop for public affairs solutions. Our team includes former state Medicaid directors, legislators and senior staff, along with a deep bench of veteran lobbyists.
We tackle consequential issues in today's changing health care landscape such as impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on state funding, work requirements, taxes and budget allocations.
Our client base spans investors, insurers and providers, including physician groups, specialty networks and the companies that support these enterprises.
Your Seat at the Table
We hold close relationships with the administration, Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, Department of Veterans Affairs, and the Food and Drug Administration, as well as the Senate Finance Committee and House Ways and Means Committee.
We are also well suited to assist clients with health care matters before state legislative, executive and regulatory branches, as well as the National Association of Medicaid Directors and national political organizations, giving clients a voice at important meetings where policy is shaped.
Work We've Done
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Defeated repeated attempts in Florida, Illinois and Texas to limit telemedicine visual exam visits and require mandatory in-person visits to renew contact lens prescriptions.
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Provided strategic advice and representation before the general assemblies in South Carolina and Virginia to safeguard a leading healthcare provider’s market position and foster its growth.
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Addressed concerns from the pharmacy benefit manager and health insurance sectors by eliminating elements of new law that threatened increased costs for consumers and restricted business flexibility.
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Defended against Texas legislation aimed at limiting access to vital training on advanced medical device technology.
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Secured $81.6 million in Medicaid value-based purchasing funding for two fiscal years on behalf of state health care association through a comprehensive grassroots and grasstops outreach campaign and an online advertising campaign.
Industry Focus
In everything from relationship building, access to legislators and policy expertise, we’ve really had a lot of value come from our relationship with McGuireWoods Consulting.
Tracey White | Vice President
Government & Community Relations, HCA
FAQs
Can you assist with Medicaid-related issues?
Yes. McGuireWoods Consulting advises clients on complex Medicaid policy matters, including legislative developments, regulatory changes, reimbursement issues and healthcare reform initiatives. We monitor evolving federal and state policies, provide strategic guidance, and advocate for clients responding to changes that affect healthcare delivery and operations.
Do you represent health systems, physician groups and insurers?
Yes. McGuireWoods Consulting represents a broad range of healthcare organizations. Our team helps clients navigate legislative, regulatory and reimbursement issues while advancing their policy and business objectives at both federal and state levels.
How do you support healthcare organizations during legislative sessions?
During legislative sessions, McGuireWoods Consulting provides proactive advocacy, legislative monitoring, policy analysis, and strategic communications to help healthcare organizations stay ahead of proposed legislation and regulatory developments. Our team engages with policymakers, coordinates stakeholder outreach and works closely with clients to develop and execute strategies that protect their interests and advance their policy priorities.
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