Medicaid Cuts and ACA Changes Hit Non-Expansion States Hard
New federal budget law containing Medicaid funding cuts and ACA changes disproportionately impact Medicaid non-expansion states, increasing uninsured numbers and straining rural hospitals.
Medicaid Cuts Fuel Decline of Rural Obstetrics Services Endangering Maternal Care Access
Medicaid funding cuts are driving closures of rural hospital obstetrics services, increasing travel distances and risks for maternal care. Explore how financial pressures and policy changes impact prenatal and delivery care access nationwide.
Pennsylvania Home Health Agencies Warn of Crisis Amid Aging Population, Staffing Shortages
Pennsylvania’s home health care agencies face staffing shortages and low Medicaid reimbursement rates amid a rising elderly population, prompting calls for increased state funding to sustain vital in-home services.
Mississippi GOP Primary Results Reflect Opposition to Medicaid Expansion
Mississippi GOP primaries highlight opposition to Medicaid expansion amid legislative debates and new federal healthcare laws. Governor Reeves maintains his stance against Medicaid expansion.
Medicare Plans Stable as Medicaid Faces Changes - Benefits Review Encouraged
Medicare remains stable amid upcoming Medicaid changes in 2026. Review benefits and prepare for Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment, Oct 15–Dec 7. Expert tips on plan adjustments and coverage details.
Medicaid Expansion Challenges Access to Care for Vulnerable Populations
Studies reveal Medicaid expansion under ACA has complicated access to care for vulnerable groups, increasing wait times and reducing appointment availability. Learn about impacts on Medicaid spending and provider capacity.
Colorado Medicaid Expansion Spurs Budget Strains Amid Upcoming Federal Cuts
Colorado's Medicaid program growth pressures its state budget, with rising costs and upcoming federal funding cuts from the Big Beautiful Bill Act creating fiscal challenges.
DACA Recipients Lose ACA Marketplace Coverage Following Regulatory Changes
More than 11,000 DACA beneficiaries will lose ACA marketplace and Basic Health Programs coverage starting August due to new federal regulations reversing prior eligibility.
Senator Kelly Highlights Impact of Medicaid and Social Security Changes in Arizona
Senator Kelly outlines significant effects of recent Medicaid and Social Security policy changes in Arizona, focusing on coverage loss, work requirements, and bipartisan legislative efforts.
US Health Subsidy Reform: Targeting Fraud and Eligibility Verification
The One, Big, Beautiful Bill implements reforms to curb fraud in Obamacare subsidies and Medicaid, restricting illegal immigrant access and enhancing subsidy eligibility verification to protect taxpayer funds.