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Medicaid
Error-Ridden Tech Plagues Millions of US Medicaid Recipients
Deloitte systems have generated incorrect notices to beneficiaries, sent paperwork to the wrong addresses, and more.
Clinics That Serve Medicaid Patients Cut Staff and Services Amid “Unwinding”
Nearly a quarter of community health center patients who rely on Medicaid were cut from the program.
Medicaid Unwinding Threatens Native Communities’ Already Tenuous Access to Care
Three in ten Native American and Alaska Native people younger than 65 rely on Medicaid.
Medicaid “Unwinding” Disproportionately Affects Disabled People, Advocates Say
At least 21 million people have been disenrolled from Medicaid since states began eligibility redeterminations in 2023.
Missouri Axes Medicaid Funds for Planned Parenthood
“Just like MO's abortion ban, ‘defunding’ is about power & control,” said a Missouri chapter of Planned Parenthood.
Democrats Introduce Bill to Allow Medicaid Coverage of Doulas and Midwives
“Now is the time to use all available tools to combat the maternal health crisis," said Senator Warren.
New Biden Admin Rule Expands Access to Health Exchange for DACA Recipients
More than 100,000 uninsured people covered by DACA are expected to utilize the program.
4th Circuit Rules Against States Discriminating Against Trans Patients
Arguments about “costs” being too burdensome were soundly rejected by the court.
Nearly 1 in 4 Adults Kicked Off Medicaid Are Now Uninsured, Survey Finds
Medicaid “unwinding” is causing a massive drop in insurance coverage and health care access.
Georgia’s Medicaid Work Requirements Cost Taxpayers $26M Despite Low Enrollment
Only about 3,500 people have signed up, whereas expanding Medicaid could see over 359,000 uninsured people get coverage.