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How major cuts to Medicaid could be ‘catastrophic,’ even for Alaskans with private insurance

Experts say Medicaid cuts would drive more Alaskans to emergency care, increase health care costs for all, and could harm the state's economy.

Petersburg Pilot · 6d

Medicaid cuts could leave many Alaskans without healthcare

Last week’s federal budget resolution — which narrowly passed the U.S. House of Representatives with a 217-215 vote — has sparked serious concerns about healthcare funding for Alaska’s most vulnerable.

Inc. on MSN · 2d

Cuts to Medicare, Medicaid Would Be ‘Catastrophic for Women’s Health,’ Says Chelsea Clinton

Republicans want to slash $880 billion from the agency overseeing Medicaid. There’s no way to do so without touching benefits.

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OP-ED — Alaska’s congressional members can stop Medicaid devastation

Many of Alaska’s children, who have been directly affected by these rates, receive crucial services funded by Medicaid. Many ...

Alaska Public Media6d

Expert predicts 4.7% average annual increase in Alaska Medicaid costs over the next 20 years

Narrowed gaps between provider reimbursements and medical costs and an aging population with more health problems are ...

Anchorage Daily News2dOpinion

Opinion: Protecting Medicaid’s promise for Alaskans with disabilities

In Alaska, people with disabilities and seniors rely on Medicaid for their long-term care and support needs. These are our ...

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Republican plan could siphon $880 billion from Medicaid to help fund tax cuts

Some in the GOP, including the president, oppose slashing Medicaid. But with cuts to Social Security and Medicare already ...

Alaska Public Media13d

The U.S. House budget calls for health care cuts. Murkowski says they'd be ‘devastating’ to Alaska.

The House is calling for spending cuts that would likely reduce Medicaid, the government insurance program covering one in ...

Fairbanks KTVF on MSN13d

Alaska legislators predict dire effects if Congress cuts Medicaid funding

A budget resolution this week puts the U.S. House on track for significant cuts to Medicaid, with big effects in Alaska.

Juneau Empire on MSN12d

Planned Parenthood opens virtual health center for Alaska following Juneau closure

Planned Parenthood expanded access to health care in Alaska on Monday through a virtual center offering telehealth ...

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More than 1,000 march in DC against possible health care cuts

More than 1,000 people marched from Columbus Circle to the U.S. Capitol as part of the Save Our Health Care March on Wednesday in D.C.

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