The pandemic is taking a toll on state budgets. Medicaid plans should focus on efficiency and cost saving technology before cutting benefits and access.
When is it critical that one be specific? Would you agree that is important to be specific when one is a plaintiff, lawyer, or judge? Is there also room for sarcasm in a courtroom that needs to be specific? ESV Joel 3:4 "What are you to me, O Tyre and…
There is always a lot happening at the federal and state levels, with regard to proposed and implemented changes to the law. Our blog is where we like to share some of those updates that may have an impact on the lives of people in...
Some of the nearly 130,000 Montanans who have lost Medicaid coverage as the state reevaluates eligibility are homeless. That’s in part because Montana kicked more than 80,000 people off the program for technical reasons rather than because of income ineligibility. For unhoused people who were disenrolled, getting back on Medicaid can be extraordinarily difficult.
While many Republican state lawmakers remain firmly against Medicaid expansion, some key leaders in holdout states are showing a willingness to reconsider.
For the first time in three years, states will check if people enrolled in the health care program still qualify. Many don't.
Residents who drained their nest eggs to cover private-pay rates have been evicted after turning to Medicaid to pay their bills.
What counts as part of the Medicaid Spend-Down?
Since early in the pandemic, people on Medicaid have been able to stay enrolled without reapplying. That will change in April and millions of eligible people will lose the coverage.
Here's How Much Your State Is Losing If It Didn't Expand Medicaid
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Securing your health and wealth, two cornerstones of a fulfilling life requires a thoughtful and sustained effort. Good health is a priceless asset that lays the foundation for your daily activities, while a stable financial
Learn how Medicaid can pay for dementia care in assisted living communities, nursing homes, and memory care facilities that accept Medicaid.
A FATHER has been left worrying about his son’s health after getting abruptly dropped from Medicaid – their only accessible service to fully cover proper treatments. Drew Peterson of Tampa, F…
A consumer advocacy group files a lawsuit seeking to stop the Trump administration from approving work requirements in Medicaid.
The situation is more severe at the state level.
Several states seem to be leaving behind private insurance subsidies in exchange for work requirements.
If you pierce the ovary of a wasp called Microplitis demolition, viruses shoot out in large numbers, glowing like iridescent blue toothpaste. "It's very
Children who received Medicaid in the ’80s and ’90s contributed more in taxes as adults, were more likely to attend college, and less likely to die prematurely.
And here's exactly how much it lost.
October 15 is National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It is important to recognize the progress made in defeating the HIV epidemic and the challenges that lie ahead. We recognize what has been achieved in the fight against AIDS; But COVID-19 impacted progress in HIV testing and HIV treatment, low-income, LGBTQ+, and communities of color continue
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Mississippi lawmakers have failed to agree on expanding Medicaid, a vital healthcare program for low-income individuals. The discussions collapsed due to
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People who contribute up to $25 a month would be exempt from cost-sharing requirements. But some consumer advocates say the health savings accounts add a needless layer of complexity to Medicaid.
There is no shame in seeking professional counseling. I recommend it for anyone who has experienced abuse. CBT & EMDR can both be helpful for those with trauma.
Fran Ruhl’s family received a startling letter from the Iowa Department of Human Services four weeks after she died in January 2022. “Dear FAMILY OF FRANCES...
The authors now say that gender-confused people who undergo ‘gender-reassignment’ surgery are more likely to be treated for anxiety disorders than those who don’t have such surgery.
In Sayre, the financial margins for its hospital, nursing homes and doctor are slim. Medicaid funds are vital.
The authors now say that gender-confused people who undergo ‘gender-reassignment’ surgery are more likely to be treated for anxiety disorders than those who don’t have such surgery.
By Roger Chriss, Columnist Pain is an alarm signal requiring attention. Whether the pain lasts minutes or months, it demands a response. To ignore pain is to invite serious consequences, from burned skin or an infected wound to a damaged joint or dysfunctional nerve. It is for this reason that heal
Each state has its own rules
It's not a surprise that long-term care can be expensive, but the cost differences based on location, level of care and comfort are staggering, according to recent reports.
The murder charge against Rennie Gibbs has been dismissed, but the state plans to re-present the case
Some people joined because they lost jobs and income, while others continued to get the safety-net insurance because of pandemic rules against removing enrollees.
Paul S Appelbaum: A checklist of real, tangible ideas for President Obama to kick-start an integrated healthcare system that works. We've tried it before, and it is long past time to try again. (Yes, there will have to be a website.)
There's a "Soviet" feel to everything about the Democrats, especially when they use government power to hunt their enemies and serve Planned Parenthood.
I know I'm a sucker for an infographic. I think it's the data geek in me since most infographics have some interesting data. This health IT infographic comes from HealthIT.gov and talks about the EHR incentive program. I think the data in it is a bit old, but the number that really stood out to
The Biden administration has proposed a new rule to expand healthcare coverage for DACA recipients. Currently, these individuals are not eligible for Medicaid or CHIP due to their immigration status. However, the proposed rule seeks to change this by including DACA recipients under the definition of "qualified immigrant." This change could potentially benefit around 200,000...
Kansas foster children receive too little behavioral and mental health treatment, audits find, but expanding services could prove too expensive to slow the
The Jaco II attaches to a power wheelchair and makes simple daily activities possible: holding a fork or glass, picking up something from the floor, getting a snack from the fridge, whatever a person needs and wants to do.
Columnist Jessica Grono had a bad week filled with stress and anxiety when her assistant called in sick. But she got through it with lessons learned.
In the world of telehealth, business is booming. Although virtual medicine has been a possibility since the 1960s — when NASA scientists pioneered technology to monitor astronauts’ health during space missions — it’s an option that, pre-pandemic, was largely restricted by Medicare and Medicaid to patients living in rural areas with limited health care resources. Then along came COVID. Regulatory barriers lifted overnight, allowing clinicians to shift millions of in-person visits to digital platforms. Today, more patients and practitioners are using telehealth than ever before, a reality reflected in the stock market: The global telehealth industry, valued at $41 billion in 2019, will more than triple to reach $155 billion by 2027, according to market research firm Grand View Research. As Danielle Hartigan, associate professor of Health Studies and director of Bentley’s Health Thought Leadership Network (TLN), puts it, “Telehealth is here to stay.” The sudden shift from in-person to virtual visits is not without growing pains, however. As Hartigan notes, “Surprisingly little attention has been paid to the design and impact of digital environments.” As a result, “clinicians lack evidence-based guidance about how to effectively use video communication to enhance patient experience and outcomes.” Determined to fill that void, Hartigan enlisted a team of researchers — including colleagues from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, fellow Bentley faculty members, and current and former students — to explore and define telehealth best practices.
Stress in the workplace is a costly phenomenon. Thousands of employees suffer from health issues due to severe stress. Many cite workplace stress as a…
