Healthcare DIVE March 14, 2025
Republicans are considering tying eligibility in the safety-net program to work, volunteer or education hours to meet spending targets.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the CMS, said he supports Medicaid work requirements during a confirmation hearing Friday.
The physician and TV personality told the Senate Finance Committee he was in favor of the controversial policies, which link beneficiaries’ eligibility in the safety-net insurance program to work, education or volunteer hours.
“I don’t think that should be used as an obstacle, a disingenuous effort to block people from getting on Medicaid,” Oz said. “However, I believe … there’s value in work. And it doesn’t have to be going to a job, it could be getting education....
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