Two new studies inject powerful evidence into the heated Medicaid debate in Washington, showing the public insurance program is saving lives.
Medicaid
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What Republican Health Cuts Could Mean for People with Disabilities
We talk with Harvard researcher Ari Ne’eman about why the sharp policy shifts underway in Washington pose a unique threat to people with disabilities.
Posted inInsurance
Medicaid Work Requirements Are Back. What You Need To Know
Work requirements led to thousands in Arkansas losing their Medicaid during the first Trump administration. Policymakers say they’ve learned lessons to avoid mistakes this time.
Posted inCost of Care
Patients and Employers Support This GOP Budget Cut. Hospitals Say It’s Too Risky.
Medicare would save billions of dollars changing how it pays for routine medical care. Patients would save, too, but rural hospitals could see financial losses.
Posted inInsurance
Medicare and Medicaid Under Dr. Oz: What to Expect
A closer look at the surgeon-turned-TV-star President Trump wants in charge of Medicare, Medicaid and Obamacare.
Posted inInsurance
Former CMS Chief Advises Dr. Oz: ‘Go Have Lunch’ with Democrats
Tom Scully, who led Medicare and Medicaid for George W. Bush, says Oz is well-suited to be a spokesman for Trump’s health care agenda, despite Oz’s lack of health policy experience.
Posted inInsurance
Why Many Republicans Think Shrinking Medicaid Will Make it Better
Republicans have singled out Medicaid for possible cuts under the new administration and Congress. We explore why many conservatives think less Medicaid will mean better Medicaid.
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Biden’s Medicaid Director Reflects on Lessons Learned and Worries for the Future
With Medicaid poised for potential cuts from Republicans in Washington, Dan Tsai reflects on what he’s learned running Medicaid for the Biden administration — and his hopes and concerns for the program’s future.
Posted inPublic Health
What Could RFK Jr. Do As Head of HHS? We Asked Someone Who’s Done the Job
Former HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius shares what the country’s top health official can and can’t do, and what she wants senators to know ahead of RFK’s confirmation hearings.
Posted inHealth Law
Health Policy on the Ballot
Learn more about where President-elect Donald Trump stands on critical health policy issues.