Medicaid, Republicans and American Hospital Association
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The health cuts would save $715 billion but leave 8.6 million more people without coverage nationwide, the Congressional Budget Office said. How would it affect NC?
Republican leaders are considering drastic cuts to Medicaid funding. The cuts could have a significant impact on low-income households, older adults, children, and people with mental health disorders.
Some providers may need to reduce services, lay off staff or close their doors if Congress enacts major cuts to the safety-net insurance program, experts say.
State officials and advocates worry about the impacts of the cuts. Many Maryland recipients could lose Medicaid coverage.
Legislation introduced by House Republicans late Sunday would slash Medicaid spending significantly by imposing new restrictions on Medicaid beneficiaries such as work requirements and more
The legislation would require Medicaid recipients under 65 to prove they work or participate in community engagement for 20 hours weekly to maintain benefits.
Michigan officials have calculated the risk of potential federal Medicaid cuts, finding one proposal could nix coverage for 500,000 residents.
A group of eight protesters and event organizers gathered at Washington Park in Dunkirk to voice their opposition to federal cuts that could impact Medicaid. Four speakers addressed the issue for roughly 15 minutes under cover of the park’s gazebo late Tuesday morning.
House Republican budget reconciliation proposals include historic cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Medicaid that could have a substantial impact on rural communities and economies,
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