The Latest Breaking News from Medicaid

Thousands of babies born prematurely in Illinois, mirroring a deadly national trend

A new report by the March of Dimes underscores the need for elected officials, government and the healthcare system to do more to save lives, especially Black women and babies.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 27, 2023

Long-Term Care Insurance: 10 Things You Should Know

A brief explainer on the most important things to know about long-term care insurance.

Kiplinger · Nov 24, 2023

What’s the state of telehealth after COVID-19?

At the beginning of the pandemic, telehealth visits increased from about 5 million to more than 53 million among Medicare recipients alone. 80% of physicians plan to continue using it.

USAFacts · Nov 22, 2023

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 · Nov 17, 2023

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 · Nov 15, 2023

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.

StockNews.com · Nov 14, 2023

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 · Nov 14, 2023

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 · Nov 8, 2023

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 · Nov 8, 2023

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 · Nov 8, 2023