Medicaid Waiver Offers Hope for Inmates Reentering Society
Boston, MA – Individuals who have experienced incarceration often face higher rates of mental illness, substance use disorder, and chronic diseases compared to the general population. Despite these challenges, federal policies like the “inmate exclusion” rule restrict Medicaid coverage for those who are incarcerated, except for limited inpatient hospital services. This limitation can lead to difficulties in accessing necessary healthcare upon reentry into society, putting individuals at a higher risk of overdose death, suicide, hospitalization, …