Fierce Healthcare March 27, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic puts a spotlight on some of the biggest risks for states seeking to roll out Medicaid block grants, a new analysis shows.
The Urban Institute, a left-leaning think tank, released an issue brief that details potential issues with block grants, noting that Medicaid is playing a critical role in providing coverage amid the COVID-19 outbreak as cases grow.
The Trump administration issued guidance in January designed to assist states in converting their Medicaid programs into block grants, but only for adult enrollees who are not disabled, pregnant or elderly. Adults without disabilities gained Medicaid coverage in significant numbers thanks to the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA’s) expansion.
“The COVID-19 pandemic is a clear illustration of...
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