The article discusses how Medicaid, typically seen as a program for the low-income, is also increasingly relevant for financially stable families facing unexpected challenges. It highlights stories of individuals, including a retired investment veteran and his autistic son, illustrating the potential impact of cuts to the program on families with aging parents or disabled children. The author emphasizes that many comfortable Americans could find themselves needing Medicaid support due to unexpected financial burdens, making the current legislative debate around the program crucial for a broader audience.
Millions of people who are financially comfortable now may be just one bad break away from needing Medicaid for themselves or a member of their immediate family.
Without coverage, the cost of care for an aging parent or a sick or disabled child can be ruinous. Medicaid is a shield against anxiety for the luckiest among us.
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