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Medicaid Expansion Legislation Met with Opposition from Georgia Governor, Despite Pathways Program Launch

Atlanta, Georgia – Governor Brian Kemp recently signed a high-profile healthcare measure into law, sparking renewed discussions on the potential for full Medicaid expansion in the upcoming year. Despite his firm stance against full expansion, Governor Kemp emphasized the need for more time to implement and enroll individuals in the Pathways to Coverage program. Launched last July, Pathways to Coverage aimed to partially expand coverage for low-income Georgians who meet certain activity requirements. However, the …

Medicaid Bust accompanies Obamacare Boom, Reveals New Report

Denver, CO – As the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, continues to bring an increase in the number of people with health insurance, some states are facing challenges with their Medicaid programs. In Colorado, the expansion of Medicaid under Obamacare has resulted in a surge of enrollees, putting a strain on the state’s budget and prompting discussions about potential cutbacks to the program. The Affordable Care Act was implemented with the goal of …

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, …

Medicaid Disenrollment Crisis: Millions of Americans Struggle to Regain Health Insurance

Jacksonville, Florida – A 2-year-old girl in Jacksonville, Florida, diagnosed with cystic fibrosis faced a health insurance crisis after losing her Medicaid coverage during the pandemic. The toddler’s mother, along with others, filed a lawsuit highlighting the urgent need for insurance to cover necessary medication and doctor visits. This story reflects a broader issue affecting communities nationwide as the Medicaid expansion, prompted by the pandemic, comes to an end. Many Americans who lost Medicaid coverage …

Medicaid Managed-Care Contracts Awarded to Five Health Plans in Florida

Tallahassee, FL – The state Agency for Health Care Administration has made a significant announcement regarding the Medicaid managed-care program, revealing plans to award contracts to five health plans. These contracts are projected to involve tens of billions of dollars over the coming years, impacting approximately 3.45 million individuals who receive healthcare through the managed-care system as of February. Among the five chosen health plans are Florida Community Care, LLC; Humana Medical Plan, Inc.; Simply …

Medicaid Coverage Cuts Impact Millions of New Yorkers during Pandemic Shutdowns

New York City, New York – In a significant development, millions of New Yorkers have lost their Medicaid coverage due to changes in federal policies during the pandemic. This shift has led to a wave of disenrollments across the state, impacting a substantial number of individuals who rely on this essential healthcare program for coverage. According to a recent report by the Kaiser Family Foundation, approximately 1.4 million New Yorkers were removed from Medicaid as …

Florida Medicaid Cuts: 1.4 Million Enrollees Removed Amid Unwinding Process

Miami, Florida – The process of unwinding Medicaid in Florida has resulted in the removal of a significant number of enrollees from the program. According to a report from the Kaiser Family Foundation, 1.4 million beneficiaries were removed from Medicaid in the state. This comes as part of a nationwide trend where millions of Medicaid enrollees have been disenrolled due to various reasons, including procedural issues and changes in eligibility criteria. The removal of Medicaid …

Medicaid Unwinding Leads to Disenrollment and Uninsured Adults: Survey Findings

Jacksonville, Florida – A recent survey reveals that nearly a quarter of adults disenrolled from Medicaid since the beginning of 2023 are currently uninsured. The survey, conducted by KFF, examines the impact of Medicaid unwinding on enrollees. Overall, 19% of adults who were disenrolled from Medicaid in the past year reported being left uninsured. Among this group, 70% experienced a period of being without coverage, while 30% had another form of health insurance. Interestingly, almost …

Medicaid Program Vendors Announcement Delayed: What’s Next?

Tallahassee, Florida – The suspense continues as the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) has yet to reveal the chosen vendors to help manage Florida’s vast Medicaid program. Rumors in Tallahassee suggested that the announcement would come last week, then this Monday, but the reveal is still pending. The contracts at stake are substantial, as the selected managed care companies will obtain six-year contracts to oversee a program that costs tens of billions of dollars …

Republican Leaders Vow to Reject Medicaid Expansion as Health Care Dominates Legislative Session

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida lawmakers are preparing for a two-month legislative session that will focus largely on healthcare, with key issues including patient access and the expansion of the state’s medical workforce. However, one topic conspicuously absent from the agenda is the expansion of Medicaid under the federal Affordable Care Act. Republican leaders in Florida have firmly stated their opposition to Medicaid expansion, despite the program’s success in providing health coverage to millions of uninsured, …