Kaiser Health News - Medicaid

Tensions, Threats Emerge In Ariz. Medicaid Expansion Debate

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:41:00 GMT

In addition, the legislative debate continues in Texas while in Florida there's speculation about what's to become of the state's uninsured population now that the legislature didn't take action.

State Highlights: La. Grand Jury To Examine $200M Medicaid Contract

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:11:00 GMT

A selection of health policy stories from Louisiana, Oregon, Connecticut, Kansas, North Carolina, California, and New York.

Health Law Politics Swirl Around Scandal Reports, Implementation Frustrations

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:10:00 GMT

Some of the political ebb and flow is exactly as expected, with news reports noting that Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., a staunch opponent of the overhaul, is focused on linking the Internal Revenue Scandal with the health law. However, in other coverage, The Associated Press reports that some labor unions, which were strong advocates, have become increasingly frustrated with some aspects of the law. In addition, a Republican Arizona legislator received threats in response to her support for an effort to pursue the Medicaid expansion.

First Edition: May 24, 2013

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:11:54 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including details on California's new health insurance exchange rates, whether consumers will experience "rate shock" and what these numbers say about the health law's implementation.

States Embroiled In Medicaid Expansion Battles Are Running Out Of Time

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:09:00 GMT

Politico reports that this health law implementation issue remains an open question for about a dozen states. Some are on the brink of giving up for the first year but looking ahead to the next set of state legislature sessions. Meanwhile, news outlets report on related developments in Michigan, Iowa, Ohio and Texas.

State Highlights: Conn. Democrats Eye Shifting $400M In Medicaid Money

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

A selection of health policy stories from California, Connecticut, American Samoa, Georgia, Oregon and West Virginia.

Viewpoints: Sen. Alexander Sees Reflections Of Oliver North In Sebelius' Quest To Raise Funds; Vaccine Scare's Legacy

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.

Weekend Reading: Mental Illness Stigma And Health Insurance Mazes

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:19:00 GMT

This week's articles come from The New York Times, Salon, Slate, USA Today, and the Tampa Bay Times.

First Edition: May 23, 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:14:00 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including various status updates about state activity regarding the health law's online insurance marketplaces.

Medicaid Expansion Popular In Southern States, Despite Govs' Opposition

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:46:00 GMT

A poll by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies found popular support for this and other health law provisions in five southern states despite the conservative political climate. Meanwhile, expansion supporters are strategizing about their next moves in states where they have not been successful.

Viewpoints: Mass. Experience May Not Be True Test For National Health Law; 'Dishonest' Campaign By Medical Device Makers

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:13:22 GMT

A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.

State Roudup: Loophole Could Mean Calif. Docs Eat Some Costs

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:13:00 GMT

A selection of health policy stories from California, Kentucky, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Missouri.

First Edition: May 22, 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:20:17 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about how the Medicaid expansion is shaking out in Virginia and Texas, as well as a report about the role health care is playing as the House attempts to negotiate an immigration reform measure.

Viewpoints: Slowing Health Costs; What Causes Genetic Testing To Be So Expensive; Iowa Governor Offers Medicaid Supports A 'Glimmer Of Hope'

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:15:00 GMT

A selection of editorials and opinions on health care from around the country.

State Roundup: Nearly 13,000 Calif. Hospital Workers Set To Strike

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:15:00 GMT

A selection of health policy news from California, Louisiana, Vermont, Minnesota, North Carolina, Arkansas and Pennsylvania.

Ground Battles Continue Over States' Medicaid Expansion

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:14:34 GMT

News reports from Texas, Louisiana, Iowa, Florida and Maine highlight states' continuing debates over this health law provision.

First Edition: May 21, 2013

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:23:54 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including stories examining how the approaching implementation of some health law provisions is highlighting key policy questions.

State Rejections Of Medicaid Expansion Likely To Widen Health Disparities

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:32:45 GMT

The Los Angeles Times reports that states opting against expanded eligibility -- among them, some of the nation's unhealthiest -- could fall even further behind as the Affordable Care Act is implemented. News outlets also offer reports from Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, California, Florida and Virginia.