9 states poised to end coverage for millions if Trump cuts Medicaid funding:
Next year, Congress could attempt to reduce Medicaid funding.
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Key FactsMedicaid Coverage at Risk Due to Possible Cuts
Dec 5, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Donald Trump's return could jeopardize Medicaid expansion in nine states, risking coverage for over 3 million adults.
- These states have laws that would automatically end their Medicaid expansions if federal funding is reduced.
- The ACA allowed Medicaid expansions for adults with incomes up to 138% of the poverty level, affecting nearly a quarter of 81 million Medicaid enrollees.
- State-level political decisions will be crucial in determining whether these expansions continue, especially given the financial burdens on states.
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