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US politics

3 Democrat-led states cut Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status to save money: 'People are going to die'

California

These 3 things may affect your health care coverage

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US politics

3 Democrat-led states cut Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status to save money: 'People are going to die'

California

These 3 things may affect your health care coverage

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2 weeks ago

On Medi-Cal? When to Expect New Rules, Higher Costs and Enrollment Freezes | KQED

Medi-Cal faces significant changes, including enrollment freezes for undocumented immigrants and reduced coverage, affecting millions of lower-income Californians.

#california

2 weeks ago

California

California's Medi-Cal Recipients Concerned About Impacts Of Budget Bill | KQED

California

Gov. Newsom proposes 'asset test' for low-income and disabled Medi-Cal applicants. What does that mean?

Retirement

Gov. Newsom Says Elderly and Disabled with More than $2,000 Could Lose Medi-Cal

Healthcare

Health Advocates Say Medi-Cal Budget Could Cripple Women's Reproductive Care

fromNew York Post

Blue-state blues: Gavin Newsom busted Cali's budget on migrants - and NY, NJ will soon follow

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit primarily due to high social-service spending on illegal immigrants.

Healthcare

fromFast Company

In California, Gavin Newsom championed this innovative healthcare-now, under pressure from Trump, he wants to cut it

Gov. Newsom proposes rolling back Medi-Cal access for undocumented immigrants due to budget deficits, which may lead to dire health consequences for many Californians.

2 weeks ago

California

California's Medi-Cal Recipients Concerned About Impacts Of Budget Bill | KQED

California

Gov. Newsom proposes 'asset test' for low-income and disabled Medi-Cal applicants. What does that mean?

Retirement

Gov. Newsom Says Elderly and Disabled with More than $2,000 Could Lose Medi-Cal

Newsom's Medi-Cal proposal may cut benefits for disabled individuals, creating prohibitive asset limits that could threaten their access to necessary care.

Healthcare

Health Advocates Say Medi-Cal Budget Could Cripple Women's Reproductive Care

fromNew York Post

Blue-state blues: Gavin Newsom busted Cali's budget on migrants - and NY, NJ will soon follow

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit primarily due to high social-service spending on illegal immigrants.

Healthcare

fromFast Company

In California, Gavin Newsom championed this innovative healthcare-now, under pressure from Trump, he wants to cut it

Gov. Newsom proposes rolling back Medi-Cal access for undocumented immigrants due to budget deficits, which may lead to dire health consequences for many Californians.

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3 weeks ago

Public health

Santa Clara County projects $1B in Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

SF parents

Santa Clara County takes over managed health care program - San Jose Spotlight

SF parents

Santa Clara County wants to change its Medi-Cal model, but Family Health Plan calls it a "hostile takeover"

SF parents

Santa Clara County wants to change its Medi-Cal model, but Family Health Plan calls it a hostile takeover

3 weeks ago

Public health

Santa Clara County projects $1B in Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

SF parents

Santa Clara County takes over managed health care program - San Jose Spotlight

SF parents

Santa Clara County wants to change its Medi-Cal model, but Family Health Plan calls it a "hostile takeover"

SF parents

Santa Clara County wants to change its Medi-Cal model, but Family Health Plan calls it a hostile takeover

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fromwww.berkeleyside.org

4 weeks ago

This is draconian': Trump's big bill expected to bring more hunger, sickness, homelessness to Berkeley

Cuts to food stamps and Medicaid will severely impact residents' ability to access food and health care services.

Public health

fromwww.ocregister.com

3 California men charged for alleged role in $270 million Medi-Cal medication reimbursement scheme

Three suspects have been charged with a $270 million Medi-Cal fraud scheme involving unnecessary prescription billing and exploitation of reimbursement policy changes.

#healthcare

California

California will see 'devastating' healthcare cuts under GOP bill, Newsom says

Healthcare

Mathews: Why California owes its undocumented workers Medi-Cal

SF politics

Here's How Cuts to Medicaid Could Blunt Republican Gains in California | KQED

California

California will see 'devastating' healthcare cuts under GOP bill, Newsom says

Healthcare

Mathews: Why California owes its undocumented workers Medi-Cal

SF politics

Here's How Cuts to Medicaid Could Blunt Republican Gains in California | KQED

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Medi-Cal: Which migrants will not be able to apply for health insurance

Legislators in California have approved a budget measure that freezes access to Medi-Cal for undocumented migrants starting in 2026, requiring enrollees to pay a monthly fee.

California

#california-budget

SF politics

Legislature OKs New $325B State Budget 'Passed on Hope'

SF politics

Walters: Newsom's budget cuts anger allies, but leaves chronic deficit unresolved

SF politics

Newsom blames California's $12 billion budget shortfall on tariffs, Medi-Cal spending on immigrants

California faces a $12 billion budget shortfall, challenging Governor Newsom's plans for maintaining high spending amid market volatility and rising Medi-Cal costs.

SF politics

Walters: Costly health care expansion worsens California's budget deficit

California's projected $363 million surplus is misleading amid significant budget shortfalls and underlying financial mismanagement.

SF politics

Legislature OKs New $325B State Budget 'Passed on Hope'

SF politics

Walters: Newsom's budget cuts anger allies, but leaves chronic deficit unresolved

SF politics

Newsom blames California's $12 billion budget shortfall on tariffs, Medi-Cal spending on immigrants

California faces a $12 billion budget shortfall, challenging Governor Newsom's plans for maintaining high spending amid market volatility and rising Medi-Cal costs.

SF politics

Walters: Costly health care expansion worsens California's budget deficit

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Elderly and disabled Californians with more than $2,000 could lose Medi-Cal

California's proposed asset limits for Medi-Cal eligibility could endanger coverage for those with disabilities and the elderly,

Alternative medicine

Newsom Cuts Acupuncture From Medi-Cal, Alarming Patients and Providers | KQED

The proposed budget cut by Gov. Newsom on Medi-Cal's acupuncture benefit has ignited significant opposition.

Caregivers charged with elder abuse, fraud after operating unlicensed San Jose care home

Caregivers charged with elder abuse and fraud for neglecting residents at unlicensed care home while receiving Medi-Cal payments.

Latino legislative caucus decries Newsom's proposed Medi-Cal cuts

Gov. Newsom's budget cuts to Medi-Cal, affecting undocumented immigrants, face strong opposition from Latino legislators who see it as a betrayal of vulnerable communities.

Newsom Proposes Freezing Medi-Cal Enrollment for Undocumented Immigrants

Governor Newsom proposes to freeze Medi-Cal enrollment for low-income immigrants and impose premiums to save $5 billion.

Health

What's a Dentist to Do When There's Not Much to Smile About? Ask Dr. J | KQED

Dental care disparities persist, particularly affecting Black and Mexican American adults, as highlighted by recent studies and policy discussions.

Walters: Newsom flaunts state's economy yet downplays its mounting deficit

California's economy has surpassed $4 trillion, becoming the fourth largest globally, despite high unemployment and poverty rates.

Californians Worried About Medi-Cal as Congressional Republicans Consider Cuts | KQED

Medi-Cal cuts could lead to significant job losses beyond just affected patients.

#medicaid

fromtime.com

Healthcare

The History of California's Medicaid Program Exposes the Dangers of Slashing Funding

SF parents

San Jose congressmembers speak out against Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

fromtime.com

Healthcare

The History of California's Medicaid Program Exposes the Dangers of Slashing Funding

SF parents

San Jose congressmembers speak out against Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

more#medicaid

fromwww.ocregister.com

3 months ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal supports 15 million Californians, but faces funding and political challenges due to potential federal budget cuts.

3 months ago

Why Medi-Cal And GOP Budget Could Cut Into Republican Gains In California | KQED

The areas moving most toward Republicans also heavily depend on Medi-Cal, raising concerns over the impacts of budget plans that threaten critical healthcare provisions.

SF politics

Healthcare

'I helped elect her': Angry protesters decry potential Medi-Cal cuts at O.C. lawmaker's office

Hundreds protested in Anaheim Hills against proposed Medi-Cal cuts, highlighting the impact on vulnerable populations and calling for accountability from the wealthy.