House Passes Sweeping Medicaid Cuts, Advocates Warn of Crisis for Disability Services
The U.S. House passed a bill slashing Medicaid, raising alarms among disability advocates who fear widespread service reductions, closures, and loss of coverage.
Undermining Public Health: How the Administration’s Cuts to CDC and NIH Jeopardize Healthcare
Budget cuts and restructuring at agencies like CDC and NIH are weakening the nation’s health infrastructure. Learn how these changes impact public health, research, and safety.
Study Reveals High Rates of Cognitive and Functional Decline in Long-Term Care Residents
A recent study highlights the prevalence of cognitive and functional decline among long-term care residents, emphasizing the need for proactive care planning.
New York Awards Contracts for In-Home Assistive Technology to Support Independent Living for People with I/DD
New York’s OPWDD has awarded contracts to eight providers to deliver assistive technologies and supports that promote independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Medicaid Under Threat: The Administration’s Budget Cuts and Their Impact on Vulnerable Communities
Recent policy shifts by the Administration signal significant changes to Medicaid funding, potentially affecting millions of Americans. This blog examines the nature of these cuts and their potential consequences.
Long-Term Care Leaders Warn of Crisis If Immigration Orders Proceed
Long-term care providers appeal to HHS to stop immigration policies that could deport thousands of essential immigrant caregivers, risking severe staffing shortages.
A Brewing Crisis: Current Administration’s Healthcare Policies Can Put Consumers at Risk
Millions face uncertainty with recent policies destabilizing Medicare and Medicaid and rolling back protections for consumers. Learn how these changes affect consumers, vulnerable communities, and healthcare outcomes.
CMS Moves to Rein In Medicaid Spending on Programs Not Directly Tied to Healthcare Services
CMS announced it will stop approving Medicaid matching funds for state programs not directly linked to healthcare, aiming to preserve the integrity of the Medicaid partnership.
Driving Better Outcomes – How Value-Based Payments Advance Florida’s Medicaid Managed Care Program
Florida’s SMMC 3.0 program places a strong emphasis on value-based purchasing, rewarding providers for quality and cost-effective care. This shift is central to improving outcomes and ensuring Medicaid recipients receive better, more coordinated services.
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Pennsylvania Reduces IDD Emergency Waiting List, Expands Home and Community-Based Services
The Shapiro Administration cut Pennsylvania’s IDD emergency waiting list by 19% and enrolled 3,000+ individuals in services, supported by major budget investments in the 2024-25 fiscal year.