Beth Burton+FollowTelepsychiatry’s Secret Win for MedicaidDid you know that outpatient telepsychiatry is seriously cutting down on hospital stays for Medicaid patients—without making care more expensive? A new study found that folks using telepsychiatry had way fewer hospitalizations and ER visits, but the overall costs stayed about the same as usual care. The catch? Medicaid patients still struggle to get timely mental health help because of low reimbursement rates. But this could be a game-changer for value-based care if more payers jump on board! #Telepsychiatry #MentalHealth #Medicaid #HealthcareInnovation #ValueBasedCare #Health110Share
Andrew Hutchinson+FollowNurses on the No-Hire List? Big Fines!Two healthcare companies just got slapped with major fines for hiring nurses who were on the federal exclusion list—aka the healthcare industry’s no-hire list. These nurses weren’t supposed to work with Medicare or Medicaid patients, but somehow slipped through the cracks. The result? One company paid over $41k, the other nearly $78k, and both had to fire the nurses. Just a reminder: skipping those background checks can seriously cost you! #HealthcareCompliance #NurseLife #WorkplaceDrama #OIG #Medicare #Medicaid #Health402Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is eyeing major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a page—real families and doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors, who already see more Medicaid patients, are sounding the alarm: these cuts could mean less care for communities that need it most. Fewer clinics, longer ER waits, and more uninsured kids? That’s the ripple effect. It’s not just health insurance—it’s a lifeline for millions, especially people of color. Wild how one policy move can shake up so many lives! #Medicaid #Healthcare #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyImpact #Health173Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is talking about major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a spreadsheet—real families and their doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors are way more likely to treat Medicaid patients, so their clinics (and the communities they serve) would get hit the hardest. Think: less access to care, more ER visits, and bigger health gaps. One doctor said losing Medicaid is like losing a lifeline for entire families. The ripple effect? It could impact everyone, even those with private insurance. #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyMatters #Health172Share
opowell+FollowOur Healthcare System is Broken... Here's Why 🏥America's healthcare spending reveals concerning patterns when compared internationally: 1. While Medicaid expansion has been adopted by 41 states, covering over 20 million people, Congress is now considering cutting up to $880 billion from federal Medicaid spending over the next decade. 2. Medicaid expansion has proven critical for healthcare access - nearly 4 in 10 women of reproductive age and over 6 in 10 adults aged 50-64 on Medicaid receive coverage through expansion. 3. Rural hospitals are particularly vulnerable - 44% had negative operating margins in 2023, with closures (62) far outpacing openings (10) from 2017-2024. 4. One-third of Medicaid expansion enrollees have chronic physical health conditions and a quarter have behavioral health conditions, showing the program's importance for managing serious health needs. 5. States that expanded Medicaid show better hospital finances and higher healthcare spending per enrollee, demonstrating expansion's economic benefits for healthcare systems and patients alike. Cutting these vital programs threatens coverage for millions and could devastate rural healthcare infrastructure across America. Why pour trillions into a system that leaves millions behind? 🏥 #healthcare #medicaidexpansion #ruralhospitals #healthcarecosts #medicaid #medicarecuts #healthpolicy 112Share
opowell+Follow"Wait, We Spend HOW MUCH on Healthcare?!" The Truth RevealedAmerican healthcare costs are skyrocketing, and the data paints a concerning picture when compared globally: 1. Rural hospitals face significant financial challenges, with 44% reporting negative operating margins in 2023, despite special payment designations supporting 96% of them. 2. Medicare covers a larger share of hospital discharges in rural vs. urban areas (53% vs. 45%), while Medicaid finances nearly half (47%) of all rural births. 3. The financial health of rural hospitals is particularly concerning as Congress considers reducing federal Medicaid spending by up to $880 billion over the next decade. 4. States that adopted ACA Medicaid expansion show improved hospital finances - only 41% of rural hospitals in expansion states had negative margins compared to 50% in non-expansion states. 5. From 2017-2024, rural America lost a net 52 hospitals, with closures (62) far outpacing openings (10), threatening both healthcare access and local economies. The sustainability of our healthcare system demands urgent attention as policymakers weigh difficult budget decisions. #healthcare #ruralhospitals #medicaid #medicareexpansion #healthpolicy #healthcareaccess #medicaidcuts30Share
jporter+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is eyeing major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a page—real families and doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors, who already make up a small slice of U.S. physicians, are way more likely to treat Medicaid patients. If these cuts go through, clinics serving communities of color could lose funding, making it even harder for people to get care. Imagine more ER visits, fewer checkups, and a bigger health gap. This isn’t just about insurance—it’s about people’s lives. #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyMatters #Health358Share
Terry Brown+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkJust found out Medicaid cuts could seriously hurt Black and Latino doctors and their patients. These docs are already more likely to serve Medicaid patients, and losing funding means fewer clinics, less preventive care, and even longer ER waits for everyone. One LA doctor said Medicaid isn’t just insurance—it’s a lifeline. If these cuts go through, it could widen health gaps and make it way harder for families to get the care they need. Wild how one policy change can ripple through whole communities! #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyImpact #Health4310Share
jporter+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkMedicaid cuts aren’t just about budgets—they could mean real trouble for Black and Latino families and doctors. Over half of Medicaid users are people of color, and these cuts could leave thousands of kids uninsured and clinics struggling to stay open. Doctors who serve these communities are sounding the alarm: this isn’t just about losing insurance, it’s about losing a lifeline. If Congress slashes Medicaid, the fallout could be huge for those who need it most. #Medicaid #Healthcare #HealthEquity #Policy #CommunityCare #Health155173Share
Frances Chandler+FollowAre Video Games Really the Villain?🎮 Are young men gaming instead of working due to Medicaid? That's what some politicians believe. They argue free healthcare is letting guys game away instead of job-hunting. But wait, a KFF report says not so fast—64% of Medicaid recipients work, and most non-workers have valid reasons like illness or caregiving. 🤔 Maybe it's time to rethink the narrative. #Medicaid #GamingLife #WorkAndPlay #Games17108Share
