Politico's Pulse Check

Tim Hill carved out a nearly three-decade career in the federal government, ultimately rising to a role where he oversaw Medicaid for much of last year. Now at IMPAQ International, Hill sat down with Dan Diamond to discuss the day-to-day operations of programs like Medicaid, balancing civil service with political changes and some CMS initiatives that have been overshadowed. (Starts at the 1:00-minute mark.) After the break, Rachana Pradhan and Adam Cancryn join Dan to discuss POLITICO's report on rising tensions between HHS and the White House. (Starts at the 25:00-minute mark.) MENTIONED ON THE SHOW The Trump administration's controversial Medicaid work requirements were blocked earlier this year by a federal judge. CMS Adminstrator Seema Verma has touted efforts to improve maternal mortality. POLITICO's report on HHS Secretary Alex Azar's recent clashes with the White House.