The tax and spending bill signed into law reduces Medicaid funding by more than $1 trillion, affecting payments to hospitals and nursing facilities in at least 29 states. In response, states like Georgia are exploring ways to increase Medicaid funding to hospitals. The cuts may also force states to limit optional Medicaid benefits, lower provider payment rates, and adjust eligibility requirements. This poses significant risks to rural hospitals, potentially leading to service reductions or closures, consequently affecting patients' access to care.
The tax and spending bill cuts more than $1 trillion from Medicaid, leading to potential decreases in payments to hospitals and nursing facilities in at least 29 states.
Facing budget shortfalls, states may have to stop offering optional Medicaid benefits, reduce provider payments, and modify eligibility requirements, limiting coverage.
State policymakers and health experts worry the funding loss will particularly endanger rural hospitals, increasing uncompensated care and possibly resulting in closures.
When hospitals close, patients may have to travel longer distances for care, impacting access and timely medical services.
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