Tag: medicaid
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Medicaid Payment Delays Strain Hospitals: The Hidden Crisis in U.S. Healthcare
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, hospitals are facing a new, yet largely underreported, challenge—delays in Medicaid supplemental payments. These payments, which are crucial for the financial stability of hospitals serving low-income and vulnerable populations, are being held up due to increased federal scrutiny. Understanding Medicaid Supplemental Payments Medicaid supplemental payments are designed to support…
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Caught in the Middle: The Pitfalls of Managed Medi-Cal Health Plans
As California continues to expand access to healthcare through Medi-Cal, more patients are finding themselves enrolled in managed care plans. On paper, these managed Medi-Cal health plans promise coordinated, cost-effective care for the state’s most vulnerable populations. But the reality on the ground tells a more complicated story—one filled with bureaucratic barriers, access challenges, and…
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