Investigation reveals that Democratic states used more than $1 billion in Medicaid money on undocumented immigrants: ‘My team will recover it’
Investigation into Medicaid Spending on Undocumented Immigrants The Trump administration has announced plans to investigate Medicaid spending related to undocumented immigrants in at least six states governed by Democrats. This investigation aims to tackle issues of waste, fraud, and abuse in the public health care landscape. A preliminary audit by the Centers for Medicare and […]
Medicaid Payments Halted for 14 ‘High-Risk’ Programs
Minnesota Freezes Payments for High-Risk Medicaid Services Amid Fraud Investigation Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced a temporary freeze on payments for 14 Medicaid services, lasting up to 90 days, while a third-party audit examines potential fraud. On Wednesday, the governor described these services as “high-risk” based on data analysis that points to vulnerabilities and […]
Walz reveals examination of ’14 high-risk Medicaid services’ and halts payments amid fraud concerns
Minnesota Governor Initiates Third-Party Audit in Response to Medicaid Fraud On Wednesday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced that he has mandated third-party audits for claims related to 14 high-risk Medicaid services due to a significant issue with fraud within the state government. The governor’s office noted that the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) collaborates […]
Iowa mother of sons on Medicaid expresses worries about federal changes.
An Iowa Woman Shares Concerns About Medicaid Changes Last week, an Iowa woman was invited to the Capitol to testify regarding the potential effects of recent federal changes to Medicaid. Jonah Higgins-Freeze expressed her worries, particularly for her two sons, Reuben, 19, and Henry, 17, who have faced health challenges since birth and depend heavily […]
In the rural South where Medicaid has provided essential support, residents prepare for reductions.
Struggles in Lake Providence, Louisiana LAKE PROVIDENCE, La. — East Carroll Parish, nestled along the twisting Mississippi River in northeastern Louisiana, was once a thriving agricultural hub. Nowadays, though, the city is marked by decaying buildings and a lack of industry, with only a handful of gas stations and eateries left standing. Mayor Bobby Amaker, […]
Planned Parenthood takes steps to prevent Medicaid cuts in Ohio
Two family planning organizations have filed a challenge with the Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) in an effort to prevent them from being excluded from Medicaid participation. Family Planning for the Greater Ohio Area and Family Planning for the Southwest Ohio Area have formally requested an administrative hearing to contest a state agency’s decision about […]
Officials offer minimal evidence that new technology will assist Medicaid recipients in fulfilling work requirements
Louisiana’s Medicaid Income Verification Pilot This summer, Louisiana reached out to over 13,000 participants in its Medicaid program via text, directing them to a website where they could verify their income. The initiative is part of a pilot project aimed at testing technology that the Trump administration believes will simplify the process for some Medicaid […]
Lawmakers allege Hochul is focusing on them due to the ongoing investigation into the supposed $11 billion Medicaid program scandal.
State Senators Accuse Hochul of Retaliation in Medicaid Investigation ALBANY – State lawmakers are raising concerns that Governor Kathy Hochul is retaliating against them as they continue to look into growing accusations that her administration manipulated contracts for an $11 billion Medicaid home health care program. State Senators Jim Skoufis (D-Orange) and Gustavo Rivera (D-Bronx) […]
Private Medicare and Medicaid plans overstate available in-network mental health services, according to watchdogs.
Flaws in Mental Health Provider Listings for Medicare and Medicaid A new federal report has uncovered issues with private Medicare and Medicaid insurance plans, specifically regarding the accuracy of their mental health provider listings. The findings indicate that many plans misrepresent the availability of psychologists, psychiatrists, and other mental health professionals who supposedly agree to […]
A study reveals that emergency Medicaid for undocumented immigrants accounts for under 1% of overall spending.
Government Shutdown and Medicaid Spending SAN DIEGO – As the government shutdown stretches into its 17th day, the discussion over Medicaid spending is heating up. A significant focus is on healthcare for undocumented immigrants, who, despite being ineligible for federal health programs, can still access emergency treatment when necessary. A recent study in the Journal […]