Medicare Cuts Fund Medicaid Expansion Under ACA, Impacting Hospital Finances
Medicare payment reductions totaling $716 billion between 2013 and 2022 were a significant source of funding for Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). These cuts were part of the ACA's strategy to finance expanded Medicaid coverage without additional government spending. The reallocation of Medicare funds under this policy has contributed to ongoing financial pressure on hospitals, which affects care delivery and hospital sustainability.
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