Activists are raising the alarm about potential Medicaid cuts outlined in the GOP tax bill. If enacted, it will cause millions to lose their healthcare.| Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
This brief explores data about rural hospitals’ financial health and stability at a time when Congress is considering potential federal budget cuts. It examines the prevalence of rural hospitals, their characteristics and finances, federal support for these facilities, and the potential impact of reductions in Medicaid and Medicare spending that are under consideration.| KFF
Officials say proposed changes would set off a trigger law, potentially ending coverage for hundreds of thousands of people in the state.| North Carolina Health News
It’s true that many voters have short memories. But other Republicans fear this time may be different.| MSNBC.com
Women comprise the majority of the adult Medicaid population, covering 19% of women ages 19-64 compared to 14% of men in 2023.1 Medicaid and CHIP cover pregnant women at higher income levels than o…| Center For Children and Families
Our current healthcare system is projected to cost a mind-boggling $63 trillion over the next decade. $63 trillion.| www.americasundoing.com
Provides resources and answers frequently asked questions related to healthcare access. Discusses the importance of primary care for rural residents and covers barriers to healthcare access in rural areas, such as transportation, insurance, and workforce issues. Highlights strategies to improve access to care for rural residents.| www.ruralhealthinfo.org
Key Findings Non-elderly adults and children in small towns and rural areas are more likely than those living in metro areas to rely on Medicaid/CHIP for their health insurance. As a consequence, r…| Center For Children and Families
Martin County could become the first community in the nation to bring a closed facility back to life as a rural emergency hospital.| North Carolina Health News
More than half of seniors are enrolled in private Medicare Advantage plans instead of traditional Medicare. Rural enrollment has increased fourfold and many small-town hospitals say that threatens their viability.| KFF Health News