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The cost of caring for nursing home patients has skyrocketed, but Illinois’ Medicaid reimbursement hasn’t kept up

The state has essentially said “do more with less,” and we have, but there comes a point when stretching a dollar eventually tears it in two, a nursing home administrator writes.

Chicago Sun-Times

The Great Medicaid Unwinding

The ongoing rollback of Medicaid is a rare step to reverse the “ratcheting growth” of our social safety net.

Reason

Kentucky to delay Medicaid “unwinding” for young people

Kentucky children under the age of 19 covered under COVID Medicaid enrollment can continue their coverage.

WEKU

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Should Medicaid pay to help someone find a home? California is trying it

California is making the nation's most ambitious effort yet to cover non-traditional health care services like housing and food for some of the state's sickest and most vulnerable residents.

WEKU

3 Medical Stocks Set for Potential Weekly Gains

The medical-health insurance industry is well poised for growth, driven by escalating healthcare costs and the rising need for quality healthcare. To that end, it could be wise to buy fundamentally strong Elevance Health (ELV), Molina Healthcare (MOH), and Cigna Group (CI) for gains. Read more.

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Biden administration slow to act as millions are booted off Medicaid, advocates say

Error-ridden state reviews have purged millions of the poorest Americans from the Medicaid program in recent months

The Independent UK

In Michigan, #RestoreRoe abortion rights movement hits its limit in the legislature

Last year, Michigan voters put the right to abortion in the state constitution. This year, the state legislature kept a 24-hour waiting period and said Medicaid can't pay for the procedure.

WEKU

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The Reason Texans Can’t Vote on Abortion and Weed

Polls show support for reproductive choice, legal pot, a minimum wage raise, and Medicaid expansion. But the Lege stands in citizens' way.

Texas Observer

Tate Reeves beats Brandon Presley in race for Mississippi governor’s office

Republican managed to hold on to his position and beat out Democratic challenger in year-long election season

The Guardian - US

Medicaid Disenrollment Surpasses 10 Million People

The unwinding of the Medicaid continuous enrollment provision has led to the disenrollment of over 10 million people – and that number could double.

Kiplinger

UN decries Amazon, Walmart, DoorDash for ‘shameful’ wages and union-busting

Human rights expert says US companies trap workers in poverty, forcing them to rely on food stamps and Medicaid

The Guardian - US

It's time to buy health insurance through the marketplace. Experts suggest doing your research first

The time to shop for health insurance on the Affordable Care Act’s coverage marketplaces is back

The Independent UK

Open enrollment starts this week for ACA plans. Here's what's new this year

If you buy your own health insurance through state and federal marketplaces, 'tis the season to compare prices, change coverage, and take advantage of subsidies. Here's what to know.

WEKU

Billion-dollar prisons: why the US is pouring money into new construction

Studies show incarceration does not improve public safety but ‘tough-on-crime’ Republicans are driving investment in prisons

The Guardian - US

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Republicans have ruled Wisconsin for a decade – but a court decision could change that

Republicans’ legislative majorities are virtually impenetrable thanks to district lines – but that could change if the current maps are overturned

Salon

Mike Johnson pushed big Medicare cuts

"It's right on his website"

WEKU

A new RSV shot could help protect babies this winter — if they can get it in time

Hospitals were overwhelmed last winter by a surge in pediatric cases of RSV. Now a new monoclonal antibody shot could help, but price and supply issues are causing delays in getting it to infants.

WEKU

Program announced to change Medicaid managed care-provider credentialing in Kentucky

Three of Kentucky’s six Medicaid managed care organizations are participating in a newly established Kentucky Health Alliance. The program is aimed at streamlining the credentialing process medical providers use while working with MCOs.

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Why a North Texas suburban school district is opening a new health clinic for students on Medicaid

The new clinic met resistance from a vocal group of parents who raised concerns the district was overstepping its authority in caring for students.

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3 Medical Stock Winners to Buy

The medical industry is positioned for growth due to rising healthcare costs, increased chronic diseases, and growing demand for quality healthcare. To that end, it could be wise to add fundamentally strong medical stocks Humana (HUM), Molina Healthcare (MOH), and Centene (CNC). Read more….

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As 2024 nears, advocates push for caregiving as campaign issue - Roll Call

Exhausted from shortages of professional caregivers, advocates argue caregivers could become a powerful voting bloc in next year's elections.

WEKU

Medicare shoppers often face a barrage of unsolicited calls and aggressive ads

Medicare's annual open enrollment period began Oct. 15, allowing seniors to choose new plans. New rules this year are supposed to crack down on misleading marketing but buyers should still beware.

The Independent UK

California Gov. Newsom signs law to slowly raise health care workers’ minimum wage to $25 per hour

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to raise the minimum wage for health care workers

The Independent UK

At Colorado funeral home where 115 decaying bodies found, troubles went unnoticed by regulators

The legal and financial troubles piled up in recent months at the Colorado funeral home where authorities last week discovered at least 115 decomposing bodies

WEKU

Michigan Democrats want to ease access to abortion. But one Democrat is saying no

Michigan Democrats want to pass new bills to remove abortion obstacles like a 24-hour waiting period, and a ban on Medicaid reimbursement. But one Democrat doesn't agree — and they need her vote.

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