Cynde Soto, a lifelong quadriplegic reliant on Medi-Cal, faces the risk of losing her healthcare coverage due to Governor Gavin Newsom's proposed asset limit of $2,000 for eligibility. The proposal, aimed at addressing California's budget deficit, has drawn criticism from health advocates who argue that such a low threshold is unrealistic, as living expenses and medical costs often far exceed this amount. Critics assert that the proposal disproportionately impacts the elderly and disabled, who rely heavily on Medicaid support for daily care and medical needs. Advocates are calling for reconsideration to protect this vulnerable population.
Cynde Soto's modest inheritance highlights the challenges of asset limits under Governor Newsom's proposal, threatening crucial Medi-Cal coverage for vulnerable Californians.
Health advocates argue that a $2,000 asset limit for Medi-Cal eligibility is unmanageable in California, putting the most vulnerable populations at risk.
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