North Carolina's Medicaid expansion program has seen remarkable success, with over 500,000 residents enrolling since its launch seven months ago. This achievement was highlighted in a recent announcement by state officials. The initial target of enrolling 600,000 individuals over a two-year period is well on its way to being met, as the current number of enrollees stands at 503,967.
Governor Roy Cooper has been a staunch advocate for expanding Medicaid, a goal that has now come to fruition with bipartisan support from state legislators. The program, which began on December 1, has garnered significant interest, with nearly 300,000 people signing up in the initial weeks. Under the Affordable Care Act, the federal government covers 90% of the program's costs.
