Health Affairs December 5, 2022
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More than 82 million individuals access physical, behavioral and social care through Medicaid. The program Is designed to help meet the needs of each of the unique populations It serves, influencing their overall health.
Many factors contribute to the health disparities and inequities faced by those accessing health care through Medicaid, including age, race, sexual orientation, gender identify, disability status, economic status, among others.
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