Medicaid

Some experts say a second Trump term could mean big cuts to the public health insurance program.

A federal prescription drug program could see a boost under a Michigan bill heard in committee Wednesday.The 340B Drug Pricing Program requires drugmakers that take part in Medicaid to provide eligible groups with discounted medications.

Family caregivers of medically complex children will soon no longer be able to provide attendant care — meaning they have to transition to other Medicaid programs. The Family and Social Services Administration provided updates this week on one of the main programs families can shift to in July.

Real Services said recent changes to Indiana's FSSA reimbursement systems necessitate the layoffs.

Policymakers and families of medically complex children have been asking for a pause on the attendant care program cut since it was announced in January, following the $1 billion Medicaid shortfall. A House committee voted Tuesday against an amendment that would have postponed the controversial cut.

The lieutenant governor and several lawmakers have called for the Family and Social Services Administration to “pause” proposed cuts. The proposed cuts would affect caregivers providing attendant care as “legally responsible individuals.”

Indiana’s Medicaid program will cost about $1 billion more in the current state budget than previously expected.

Open enrollment for 2024 coverage on the Health Insurance Marketplace begins on Nov. 1. This year’s open enrollment period is especially important for people who lost coverage due to Medicaid unwinding.

Hospitals say they're still feeling financial pain from the COVID-19 pandemic and Medicaid reimbursement rates need to rise

The Indiana Hospital Association said hospitals are at a financial “breaking point” as state lawmakers begin a deep dive into Medicaid funding.