Providers brace for impacts of Medicaid redetermination
Posted on AllSides May 17th, 2023
From The Left
A surge in the uninsured population from Medicaid redetermination could swamp some health systems that struggled to stay afloat during the pandemic. But experts say it could also translate into a financial boost for networks, if enough individuals find new sources of coverage. Why it matters: Even the temporary loss of coverage as states unwind their COVID-era Medicaid enrollment requirements means more people will go without checkups and other primary care, increasing the likelihood they'll wait until they're sick to seek help. • A key question is how many of...