Tag: healthcare_policy
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New Federal Work Requirements for Medicaid Expansion and Permanent SSDI Disregard Announced by Cardinal Care
Cardinal Care announces new federal work requirements for Medicaid Expansion starting January 2027, mandating 80 hours of activity monthly for eligible adults. Also, a permanent SSDI disregard program for Developmental Disability Waiver recipients is now in effect.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWeatherState GovernmentsMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesGeneral Weather Medicaid ExpansionWork RequirementsSocial Security Disability InsuranceDevelopmental Disability WaiverCardinal CareVirginiaHealthcare Policy
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California Ranks First Nationally for Maternal Mental Health Support
California leads the U.S. in maternal mental health support, earning the top ranking from the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health. The state's efforts include Medi-Cal coverage, community services, and legislative actions to improve perinatal wellness.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducation CaliforniaMaternal Mental HealthPerinatal WellnessHealthcare PolicyGovernor Gavin NewsomJennifer Siebel NewsomMedi-CalCalifornia Governors Office
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California Leads Nation in Maternal Mental Health Support
California has been recognized as the top state for maternal mental health support by the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health. This achievement reflects the state's comprehensive efforts, legislative actions, and dedicated programs to ensure the well-being of mothers and…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEducation CaliforniaMaternal Mental HealthPerinatal WellnessHealthcare PolicyGovernor Gavin NewsomJennifer Siebel NewsomMedi-CalCalifornia Governors Office
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California Ranks #1 Nationally for Maternal Mental Health Support
California leads the U.S. in maternal mental health support, earning the top ranking from the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health. The state's efforts include Medi-Cal coverage extensions, robust screening, and legislative actions to improve perinatal wellness.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducation Maternal Mental HealthCaliforniaPerinatal WellnessMedi-CalHealthcare PolicyGovernor Gavin NewsomPublic HealthCalifornia Governors Office
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Media Monitor: California Faces Major Healthcare Coverage Cuts
The L.A. Times is reporting that millions of Californians could lose healthcare coverage due to federal Medicaid cuts from HR 1 and state budget reductions, with a key funding fix requiring Trump administration approval.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues CaliforniaHealthcare PolicyMedicaid FundingHR 1Gavin NewsomTrump AdministrationManaged Care Organization TaxL.A. Times Politics
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Medicaid Changes Linked to Nearly 96,000 More Cases of Child Tooth Decay
A new study indicates that changes in Medicaid policies have led to 95,799 additional cases of tooth decay in children over a decade. The research highlights the impact of healthcare policy on pediatric dental health.
HealthScience & TechnologyMediaPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEducationSocial IssuesGeneral Politics MedicaidTooth DecayChildren's HealthHealthcare PolicyDental CarePublic HealthResearch
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Library of Congress Releases Most-Viewed Bills for the Week of May 3, 2026
The Library of Congress has published its weekly list of the most-viewed bills for the week of May 3, 2026. The top ten includes legislation focused on obesity treatment, national security, appropriations, and border security funding.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyAgricultureMedical ScienceTransportationIsrael Law, Gov't & PoliticsLegislationLibrary of CongressCongress.govAppropriationsNational SecurityHealthcare PolicyU.S. Library of Congress