Tag: medicaid
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Media Monitor: FactCheck.org Debunks Claims on Cyclospora Outbreak, Healthcare Declines, and Wildfire Causes
FactCheck.org reports that Democratic claims about the Cyclospora outbreak and healthcare enrollment declines are overstated. It also attributes Canadian wildfires to climate change and fact-checks President Trump's election security remarks.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEnvironmentFederal GovernmentDemocratic PartyEconomyMedical ScienceClimate ChangeElection CyclosporaFoodNetTrump administrationMedicaidCanadian wildfiresElection securityGovernmentFactCheck.org
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Trump's Attorney General Nominee, Midterm Battlegrounds, and Health Costs
Newsweek is reporting on President Trump's potential withdrawal of an attorney general nominee, key midterm election counties, and the economic impact of depression.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyMedical ScienceSocial IssuesMilitary Donald TrumpAttorney GeneralMidterm ElectionsDepressionMedicaidIranMigrantsNewsweek
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Cardinal Care Announces Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Eligibility Changes
Cardinal Care, Virginia's Medicaid program, will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss H.R.1 noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect October 1, 2026. Learn how these updates may impact members.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizen EligibilityDMASTown HallCardinal CareHealthcare Policy
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Governor Spanberger Warns 300,000 Virginians at Risk from Federal Medicaid Cuts
Governor Spanberger warns 300,000 Virginians face losing Medicaid due to federal cuts from H.R.1. The state is investing nearly $1 billion to protect healthcare access and mitigate the impact of these significant changes.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerMedicaidMedicareVirginiaHealthcareFederal CutsDonald TrumpReston
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Virginia Medicaid to Host Town Hall on Upcoming Noncitizen Eligibility Changes
Virginia's Cardinal Care is holding a virtual Town Hall on August 13 to discuss H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes effective October 1, 2026, and reminds Northern Virginia members about Open Enrollment ending August 31.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEducationState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues MedicaidVirginiaNoncitizen EligibilityCardinal CareTown HallOpen EnrollmentHealthcare Policy
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Virginia Medicaid to Adjust Behavioral Health Services
Virginia's Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) will cease funding for Community Stabilization and reduce Mobile Crisis Response hours from eight to four, pending federal approval. These changes stem from the 2026 Appropriation Act.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentSocial Issues VirginiaMedicaidDMASCommunity StabilizationMobile Crisis ResponseBehavioral Health2026 Appropriation ActCardinal Care
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Gov. Beshear Reverses Medicaid Cuts, Boosts Key Services with $781 Million Surplus
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is utilizing over $781 million in unexpected state funds to reverse Medicaid cuts, increase funding for Michelle P. Waiver slots and senior meals, and restore the Road Fund, citing strong economic performance.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessState GovernmentsEconomySocial IssuesTransportation KentuckyAndy BeshearMedicaidMichelle P. WaiverSenior MealsBudget SurplusRoad FundKentucky Governor's Office
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Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Lower Healthcare Costs and Expand Access
Governor Whitmer signed 10 bipartisan bills to reduce healthcare costs and expand access for Michiganders. The legislation builds on previous efforts, including the FY27 budget, to ensure affordable and accessible care across the state.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborLegalSocial Issues MichiganGovernor WhitmerHealthcareLegislationMedicaidLicensure CompactsAffordabilityOffice of Michigan Governor
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Cardinal Care Implements Six-Month Medicaid Renewals, Expands Benefits, and Addresses Funding Challenges
Virginia's Cardinal Care announces 6-month Medicaid renewals for some adults starting 2027, alongside updates on long-term care, postpartum coverage, and Governor Spanberger's remarks on workforce training and federal funding cuts.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducation MedicaidVirginiaEligibility RenewalsPostpartum CoverageLong-Term ServicesWorkforce TrainingGovernment PolicyCardinal Care
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Governor Spanberger Convenes Leaders to Combat Federal Healthcare and Food Assistance Cuts
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger met with community health leaders to strategize against federal healthcare and food assistance cuts from H.R.1. Her administration is implementing measures and budget investments to protect Virginians' access to vital services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaHealthcareMedicaidSNAPH.R.1Federal CutsReston
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Virginia Medicaid to Implement Six-Month Eligibility Renewals for Certain Adults
Starting January 2027, Virginia's Cardinal Care Medicaid will require six-month eligibility renewals for certain adult expansion members. Members must update contact information and respond promptly to avoid coverage loss.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues MedicaidVirginiaEligibility RenewalCardinal CareHealthcarePostpartum CoverageWorkforce Training
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Nine Charged in Southern District of Texas as Part of $1 Billion National Healthcare Fraud Takedown
Nine individuals in Houston and Nevada face charges in the Southern District of Texas for over $1 billion in alleged healthcare fraud, including pill mill operations, Medicaid billing schemes, and unnecessary wound care, as part of a national takedown.
HealthLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentWorldFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial IssuesAsiaEurope Healthcare FraudSouthern District of TexasPill MillsMedicaidMedicareTRICARENational Health Care Fraud TakedownFBI
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board on Iran, Medicaid, and Chicago Pensions
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board is reporting on an alleged fraudulent Iran deal, soaring Medicaid costs, and Chicago's pension crisis, among other topics.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEntertainment IranDonald J TrumpMedicaidChicagoPensionsGordie Howe BridgeU.S. GovernmentWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Virginia Agencies Announce Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual Town Hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss upcoming H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect in October 2026.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEducation VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizen EligibilityDMASVDSSTown HallH.R.1Cardinal Care
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Governor Spanberger Mobilizes Virginia Against Federal Healthcare and Food Cuts
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is taking action to protect residents from federal healthcare and food assistance cuts. The state budget allocates $1 billion, including funds for Medicaid and ACA Marketplace coverage, amidst concerns over President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues VirginiaHealthcareMedicaidAffordable Care ActFederal cutsGovernor SpanbergerFood assistanceReston
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Kentucky Achieves Seventh Consecutive Budget Surplus, Governor Urges Funding Restoration
Kentucky reports its seventh straight budget surplus for FY26, exceeding estimates by $476.6 million. Governor Beshear calls on the General Assembly to use the unexpected revenue to restore funding for critical state programs.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsEconomySocial IssuesGeneral Politics KentuckyBudget SurplusAndy BeshearGeneral AssemblyFiscal Year 2026MedicaidKentucky Governor's Office
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Florida Mother-Daughter Sentenced for $800K Healthcare Fraud Scheme
A Florida mother and daughter were sentenced for a multi-year healthcare fraud scheme in Wyoming and North Dakota, defrauding Medicaid and Tricare of over $800,000. Tera Marie Campbell received prison time, while Tayler Ann Krauss got home confinement, both ordered…
Law EnforcementHealthPolitics and GovernmentUSALegalFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Healthcare FraudMedicaidTricareTera Marie CampbellTayler Ann KraussWyomingThe Olive Branch LLCFBI
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First Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarcone Announces Capital Region Arrests, Settlements in National Health Care Fraud Takedown
First Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III announced five arrests and five civil settlements in New York's Capital Region as part of the 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, targeting over $6.5 billion in false claims nationwide.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementWorldFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEconomyMedical Science Health Care FraudOpioid AbuseMedicaidNorthern District of New YorkJohn A. Sarcone IIINational Health Care Fraud TakedownDepartment of JusticeFBI
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Comments on Platner, Iran, New Jersey, and Le Pen
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board is commenting on Democratic support for Graham Platner, Iran's oil sanctions, New Jersey's Medicaid tax, and Marine Le Pen's political future.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesElectionEuropeMusic Graham PlatnerIran SanctionsNew Jersey TaxMarine Le PenDemocratic PartyMedicaidFrench PoliticsWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Virginia Governor Spanberger Addresses Federal Healthcare and Food Assistance Cuts
Governor Abigail Spanberger convened a roundtable to tackle federal cuts from H.R.1, President Trump's bill, threatening Medicaid for over 550,000 Virginians and SNAP benefits. The state is investing $1 billion to protect access.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaHealthcareMedicaidSNAPH.R.1Government PolicyReston
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Nationwide Health Care Fraud Takedown Charges 455 Defendants, Recovers Billions
A nationwide law enforcement action led by the Department of Justice has charged 455 defendants, including 90 medical professionals, for over $6.5 billion in health care fraud and opioid abuse schemes, seizing $182 million in assets.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesState Governments Health Care FraudOpioid AbuseDepartment of JusticeFBIMedicareMedicaidMichigan
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Gov. Whitmer, Legislative Leaders Announce Bipartisan FY27 Michigan Budget
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and legislative leaders passed a $75.2 billion bipartisan budget for FY27, focusing on lowering costs, improving student literacy, protecting Medicaid, and fixing roads across the state.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEducationEconomyEmployment and Labor MichiganGovernor Gretchen WhitmerFY27 BudgetMedicaidInfrastructureEconomic DevelopmentOffice of Michigan Governor
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National Health Care Fraud Takedown Charges 455 Defendants in $6.5 Billion Scheme
A nationwide health care fraud takedown has charged 455 defendants, including 90 medical professionals, for schemes totaling over $6.5 billion in false claims. The operation involved federal, state, and international cooperation, seizing $182 million in assets.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementWorldFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEconomyEuropeAsia Health Care FraudNational TakedownEastern District of LouisianaMedicareMedicaidDepartment of JusticeFBI
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Congresswoman Clark Criticizes Republican Law's Impact on Massachusetts and US Families
Congresswoman Katherine Clark denounces a year-old Republican law, citing over 140,000 Bay Staters losing food aid, 53,000 off Medicaid, and millions nationwide facing higher costs and lost healthcare.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues Katherine ClarkMassachusettsfood assistanceMedicaidhealthcareutility costsCongresswoman Katherine Clark
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Gov. Reynolds Establishes Task Force to Combat Medicaid Fraud in Iowa
Governor Kim Reynolds established the Iowa Medicaid Fraud Elimination Task Force, chaired by Attorney General Brenna Bird, to combat fraud, waste, and abuse, ensuring funds support eligible Iowans and protect taxpayer dollars.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues IowaMedicaidFraudTask ForceGovernor Kim ReynoldsAttorney General Brenna BirdHealthcareIowa Governors Office
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Chicago Defendants Charged in $315M Healthcare Fraud Takedown
Two Chicago-area defendants face charges in a national healthcare fraud takedown, accused of defrauding Medicare and Medicaid of over $315 million through schemes involving fake COVID-19 tests and unprovided behavioral health services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEconomy Healthcare FraudMedicareMedicaidChicagoDepartment of JusticeAndrew S. BoutrosNational Healthcare Fraud TakedownFBI
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National Health Care Fraud Takedown Charges 455 Defendants in $6.5 Billion Schemes
A national health care fraud takedown has charged 455 defendants, including 90 medical professionals, in schemes totaling over $6.5 billion. The Southern District of Florida alone charged 12 individuals, with international cooperation leading to arrests abroad.
HealthLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentWorldFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalSocial IssuesMedical Science Health Care FraudMedicareMedicaidFBIDepartment of JusticeSouthern District of FloridaPatient Harm
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Virginia Lawmakers Face Critical Budget Deadline, Weigh Spanberger's Amendments
Virginia lawmakers will reconvene Monday to consider Governor Spanberger's 14 budget amendments, including a new state park and data center tax, as the state faces a critical fiscal deadline on Tuesday.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyLegalEducation Virginia General AssemblyAbigail SpanbergerState BudgetData CentersOak Hill State ParkMedicaidLegislationVirginia NewsReston
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Arkansas to Implement Medicaid Work Requirement Starting July 2026
Arkansas will begin a soft launch of its Medicaid work requirement on July 1, 2026, with full implementation by January 1, 2027, mandating healthy adults in the ARHOME program to work, volunteer, or attend school.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesEducation ArkansasMedicaidWork RequirementARHOMESarah Huckabee SandersDepartment of Human ServicesDonald J TrumpArkansas Governor
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Governor Beshear Condemns "Senseless" Budget Cuts Impacting Kentuckians
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear criticizes the General Assembly's budget cuts to Medicaid, behavioral health, and senior meals, calling them avoidable and harmful. He urges Kentuckians to contact legislators to restore funding for these essential services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesRepublican Party Governor Andy BeshearKentuckyGeneral Assemblybudget cutsMedicaidbehavioral healthsenior mealsKentucky Governor's Office