@jrovner People don't get Medicaid checks in the mail. They get to take their kids to the doctor when sick or injured and not worry about going into medical debt.
More detailed analysis on our website soon but top line the House GOP bill is the biggest cut to Medicaid ever and saves $ not by addressing fraud as promised but by taking away people’s Medicaid.
CBO estimates at least 8.6 million more uninsured.
Happy 20th anniversary to @GeorgetownCCF! 🎉 For two decades, CCF has been a powerful force for America's children and families, examining policy development and implementation efforts. Learn more: https://t.co/4ORm9XebQV
Medicaid expansion for adults is critical for children and families in many ways.
Our new brief in partnership with @CLASP_DC@NAEYC provides one example -- Medicaid plays a critical role in providing coverage to the child care workforce.
https://t.co/F8VnToBrkK
Georgetown deeply mourns the passing of Pope Francis. His impact has been felt around the world, including among our Georgetown community. https://t.co/fR7v7Ejxdn
Medicaid is the MVP of health care -- serving children, families, people with disabilities, and seniors. Check out @GeorgetownCCF fact sheets to understand how important it is to your community. #HandsOffOurMedicaid https://t.co/AHuWpupFTF
👀1st day of Florida's unwinding trial reveals that state's eligibility system (Deloitte) was incorrectly programmed and women were getting cut off 2 months postpartum and NOT getting the 12 months legislature adopted.👀 The state knew as of April 2023
https://t.co/8ibpepL4NF
The state of Medicaid work requirements—which Georgia implemented a year ago—could hinge on the outcome of the presidential race. One expert says, "If Trump wins ... there's very likely to be a full-scale assault on Medicaid."
✍️ @danvock
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The Project 2025 plan includes #Medicaid block grants & per capita caps but they are wildly unpopular. Per @KFF only 28% of U.S. adults support $ caps while 71% want Medicaid financing to remain as-is. 86% of beneficiaries support funding remaining as-is. https://t.co/jhHUGXmEqc
Big news out of Tampa on lawsuit involving Fla KidCare. A Trump appointed judge tossed Florida's lawsuit challenging fed guidelines over the program ... Fla challenged a provision that said children must remain eligible even if their families are unable to pay premiums. #fla_pol
We’re digesting the new Medicaid rules but a huge victory for adults/kids = specific wait times for primary care of 15 business days + 10 business days for outpatient mental health and substance use treatment. And secret shopper studies to verify.
Congratulations to @JoanAlker1 on being named the Grantmaker in Health Andy Hyman Award Winner! She has selflessly dedicated her life to improving the lives of others (just like Andy.) https://t.co/r3CY8TeiJQ
Breaking: @CMSGov has just released the final eligibility and enrollment reg.
We're reading now and I'll have a statement out soon.
From 1st glance lots of good news for children insured by CHIP in this one.👏👏👏👏
https://t.co/tjejy7CmyG
The #AffordableCareAct has led to an historic advancement of health equity in the U.S., from lowering health care premiums & expanding coverage to improving maternal health & extending postpartum coverage! The #ACA is increasing access & lowering costs for all Americans! #ACA14
Today, we continue to celebrate the Affordable Care Act and its effect on increasing access to affordable healthcare. North Carolina is the latest state to open its doors to expanded Medicaid coverage for more people 🎉 #ACA14