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Will Michigan Legislators Add to National Debt?

They will, by $22 billion, if they approve Medicaid expansion

… Obamacare’s invitation to vastly increase Medicaid spending, they won’t be sending other … That’s because there is no such “Medicaid expansion fund.” Instead, all the … Michigan legislators accept the Medicaid expansion, they will be approving … they go along with the expansion of Medicaid. Many governors and many state legislators … more

June 14, 2013, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Vote Report

Votes on Medicaid and state budget

… use Bill 4714, Accept federal health care law Medicaid expansion: Passed 76 to 31 in the House To expand Medicaid eligibility to families and childless adults … government to approve certain cost-saving state Medicaid reforms before the expansion may proceed. All … more

Michigan Economy Rebounds, But Medicaid Enrollment Soars

Republicans drove increase in Medicaid spending while food stamps decline

… receiving either food stamps or Medicaid assistance increased by over … in the number collecting Medicaid benefits. The number of … 2009. But the number getting Medicaid benefits grew by 815,714 … received either food stamps or Medicaid. Roughly 215,000 people received … largely driven by the Obamacare Medicaid expansion championed by Gov. … more

Brain Surgery Required After Medicaid Issues Delayed Dental Care

The real patients of Medicaid video series

… their sister to navigate the Medicaid maze. At first she tried … practice could not accept her Medicaid coverage. She discontinued … 2009, to save money, Michigan Medicaid ended routine dental visits … Democrats want to expand Medicaid in Michigan, which is a key … Obamacare. Opponents of Medicaid expansion in Michigan point … more

Oregon Study Suggests Michigan Medicaid Expansion Not Worth the Cost

Health policy expert: 'The nation's top health economists released a study that throws a huge "STOP" sign in front of Obamacare's Medicaid expansion'

… Legislature debates expanding Medicaid, a new study says that doing … one group in the state's Medicaid program and another that … not enrolled in the state's Medicaid program. "We found no significant effect of Medicaid coverage on the prevalence … conditions," the study said. "Medicaid coverage significantly increased … more

Medicaid Recipient: 'When I ask where I'm supposed to go, I'm told the hospital'

Videos highlight the real issues with Medicaid in Michigan

… been on and off Michigan Medicaid for more than 20 years. She knows about … a doctor who will accept Medicaid and why the system routinely … doctors that will accept Medicaid insurance. Most places will … Snyder is pushing to expand Medicaid in Michigan. The House passed … so far resisted. Expanding Medicaid is a key component of implementing … more

Medicaid Pays Below What It Costs To Take Care of Patients

Video highlights real issues with Medicaid expansion in Michigan

… to accept more patients on Medicaid but says he can't because … reimbursements too low. "Medicaid pays us way below what it … [patients]," Condit said. He said Medicaid reimbursements are 22 cents … stop accepting patients on Medicaid. Gov. Rick Snyder, some … Democrats want to expand Medicaid coverage in Michigan, which … more

If Medicaid Expansion Passes, GOP 'Yes' Votes Likely Stuck Voting to Pay For It Too

Attorney General Bill Schuette Opposes Medicaid Expansion

… Republicans who voted for the Medicaid expansion bill may have put … appropriation bills to follow. Medicaid expansion is the key issue … opposed the expansion of Medicaid," said Joy Yearout, a spokesperson … states that agree to the Medicaid expansion. In the past, taking … Michigan" instead of calling it Medicaid expansion. "Attorney General … more

MichiganVotes: New Bill Starts Discussion Of Medicaid Expansion Alternatives

Senator introduces 'free market alternative' to Medicaid expansion

… free-market alternative to Medicaid expansion. The stated goal … solution" offered in place of Medicaid expansion. On Thursday, … a solution to Michigan's Medicaid expansion issue. This workgroup … take up House Bill 4714, the Medicaid expansion bill that passed … Obama wants states to expand Medicaid to accommodate the implementation … more

'Voting Yes on Medicaid Expansion is Voting for Obamacare'

State Senate takes another turn on Medicaid expansion issue

… on legislation to expand Medicaid could take place today in … some fashion the issue of Medicaid expansion in Michigan. At … program. "Voting yes on Medicaid expansion is voting for Obamacare," … residents without children on Medicaid. Studies have shown that … coverage at all. Expanding Medicaid is an important step needed … more

Economic Growth Drives Budget Priorities

Largest gains were schools, roads and Medicaid

… Legislature’s top priorities: schools, roads and Medicaid. The transportation budget increased from $5.0 … The largest increases in state spending are on Medicaid. With federal transfers, the state is budgeted … human services department, up from $25.5 billion. Medicaid itself counts for the bulk of the increases, … more

May 17, 2013, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Vote Report

Deer hunting, "excess" property tax and Medicaid

… to accept federal health care law Medicaid expansion: Failed 13 to 25 in the … billion in federal money to expand Medicaid eligibility under the terms of the … Voted "No"  Senate Bill 335, Extend Medicaid "gamesmanship" insurance tax: Passed … tax intended to “game” the federal Medicaid system in ways that result in higher … more

GOP Controlled Legislature Passes Medicaid Expansion; Headed to Governor for Signature

State Rep.: 'Medicaid does not offer the best option of care for the expanded population'

Medicaid expansion in Michigan, which is a key to the implementation … Bill 4714, which will expand Medicaid to able-bodied adults without … the 25th state to expand Medicaid; 21 states have refused. … should all remember that Medicaid does not offer the best option … McBroom said. "I've been on Medicaid and so have members of my … more

Michigan Republicans Go Wobbly on Obamacare

Medicaid expansion props up vulnerable law

… may also refuse the law's Medicaid expansion. Yet Republicans … pressure and accepting the Medicaid expansion. Some in the majority … month cap on benefits), the Medicaid expansion is bad policy because … implementation today by approving the Medicaid expansion reduce the chances … Foundation Trust not in Obamacare Medicaid Cost-Share Promises – Mackinac … more

Medicaid Expansion: The Decisive Obamacare Battle

… critical to the law's survival: Medicaid expansion. The Medicaid battle is being fought in … announced he would expand Medicaid as prescribed — but not required … that department here. The Medicaid expansion is far more critical … Ohio decision, "How Ohio's Medicaid Expansion Will Increase Health … more

Commentary: House GOP Leadership's Obamacare Flip-Flop

No explanation for June’s sudden Medicaid expansion reversal

… related to the Obamacare Medicaid expansion occurred in the … GOP members had opposed Medicaid expansion all year, but suddenly … you. They don't really want Medicaid expansion in Michigan. They … released that was a recipe for Medicaid expansion, with no 48-month … House Republicans who oppose Medicaid expansion. While interpersonal … more

MichiganVotes: House GOP Medicaid Expansion Plan Faces Hurdles

… Thursday that would expand Medicaid, but the measure includes … government might reject.  Medicaid expansion is the No 1 issue … administration wants states to expand Medicaid, which would lock them into … Michigan would go along with Medicaid expansion only if the federal … would get the expansion of Medicaid it wants in exchange for … more

SEIU Under Investigation over Prop 4

'Dues Skim' took $35 million from Medicaid recipients

… money flow. When the scheme finally ended, Spencer summarized what happened: "In an effort to increase dues paying members, the SEIU targeted the Medicaid checks of Michigan's home-based caregivers. A forced unionization, in 2005, was used to force the caregivers into the SEIU. Key elements of the scheme … more

Michigan’s Obamacare Medicaid Expansion Exceeds Projections by 22 Percent

Cost may be much more expensive than originally assumed

… enrollments under the Obamacare Medicaid expansion. Here’s what the authors … legislature to adopt his Obamacare Medicaid expansion plan, he too sold it on … fact that Michigan did not expand Medicaid eligibility until April, nearly 508,000 … Michigan, many states accepted the Medicaid expansion because lawmakers were … more

Sponsor Of Medicaid Work Requirements: They’re The ‘Right Thing To Do’

Able-bodied beneficiaries would have to get a job, get training, go to school or do community service

… as a condition of getting Medicaid health benefits. These bills … Michigan’s acceptance of the Medicaid expansion under the Affordable … requirements a condition of getting Medicaid health coverage from the … specified requirements to get Medicaid. The requirements differ … authorizing the Obamacare Medicaid expansion also required the … more

Republicans Imposed Medicaid Work Requirements; Governor Wants to Undo Them

Gov. Whitmer wants U-turn on making able-bodied medical welfare recipients get a job

… beneficiaries of the Obamacare Medicaid expansion to meet work, training … predicted that Michigan’s new Medicaid work requirements would cause … according to national experts on Medicaid and health care policy, many … may explain why people left Medicaid after that state implemented … said in an interview that Medicaid and any work requirements … more

Study: Lure of Federal Medicaid-Expansion Subsidies Should Not Lead Policymakers to Underestimate Medicaid’s Drawbacks or Overlook Other Viable Insurance Options

512,000 people in low-income target group of Medicaid expansion had private insurance, according to most recent statistics; affordable exchange insurance also available

… policymakers debate an expansion of Medicaid under the federal Affordable … high and uncertain costs, Medicaid’s substandard health outcomes … low-income residents to seek Medicaid rather than other affordable … encourage states to expand their Medicaid populations,” noted study … challenges of determining Medicaid eligibility under the ACA.” … more

The Real Patients of Medicaid: Teraca

… child. She is covered by Medicaid, but has no regular doctor. … sick."  Teraca is like many Medicaid patients who do not have … diagnosed.   Research shows that Medicaid patients are twice as likely to visit the ER than non-Medicaid patients. The inefficiency forces Medicaid to cut expenses elsewhere, … more

Legislature Hoping for Improbable Federal Rescue of Medicaid Expansion

Without waiver, it's back to the drawing board

The Obamacare Medicaid expansion approved by the Michigan Legislature … Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services grants Michigan … of HMO-like managed care Medicaid coverage provided by hospitals … that Michigan accept the Medicaid expansion, he relied on projections … legislators accepted the Medicaid expansion after a bitter … more

Avik Roy Op-Ed in Detroit News

Patients suffer as program becomes more costly

… 18, 2013, ran an op-ed on Medicaid expansion in Michigan by … Ideas forum on Obamacare and Medicaid held in Lansing the same … about her experience with Medicaid, America's government-run … dollar we spend caring for Medicaid patients," she said. "It … don't even bother to bill Medicaid for our costs." In Michigan, … more

Medicaid Expansion Plan: New Exterior, Same Core

… the legislation to expand Medicaid in Michigan. But despite the … passage. Refusing to expand Medicaid would put Michigan among … vote by the House to pass Medicaid expansion. Twenty-eight House … 4714, which would expand Medicaid, and a package of bills that … introduced his own free market Medicaid measure, which would have … more

The Real Patients of Medicaid: Rebecca

… becca Myers qualifies for Medicaid because she is a single mother … managed care program under Medicaid and says she has easy access … said she discovered Michigan Medicaid did not cover out of state … because it is not covered by Medicaid. Myers said she would like … options, but she would lose her Medicaid coverage all together because … more

Wisconsin's Alternative Medicaid Plan

Gov. Snyder favors expansion; Wisconsin governor says not so fast

… along. Now he wants to expand Medicaid eligibility to 133 percent … can't force states to expand Medicaid. That's not what Obama wanted, … called on the states to expand Medicaid to those earning up to 138 … have one choice with the Medicaid expansion — either go along … 320,000 state residents to Medicaid in the first year and more … more

Obamacare in Michigan: 32 Percent More Than Projected Take Medicaid Expansion

State’s free ride about to end on free coverage for able-bodied adults

… adoption of the Obamacare Medicaid expansion could cost state … Agency, Michigan’s share of the Medicaid expansion costs are projected … Projections,” says that Michigan’s Medicaid enrollment spike is part … Michigan) that expanded their Medicaid programs, the data shows … encourages states to expand Medicaid coverage to able-bodied a … more

Trust Not in Obamacare Medicaid Promises

Check to states may not be in the mail

… legislatures into expanding state Medicaid eligibility and spending … expansion. (It’s worth noting that Medicaid is the primary driver of … law’s (optional for states) Medicaid expansion may not be worth … promised level of future federal Medicaid cost sharing if doing so … State’s expansion of the Medicaid program at a higher level … more

The Real Patients of Medicaid: Julie

Julie Henry has been on and off Michigan Medicaid for more than 20 years. She talks about the difficulty in finding a doctor who will accept Medicaid and why it routinely forces her into the emergency room. more

As Medicaid Costs Skyrocket, States Have a New Opportunity to Innovate

New guidance on work requirements indicates potential for reforms

States have seen Medicaid costs skyrocket over the last decade … comes from the Center for Medicaid Services, which last week … federal guidance for the Medicaid program, which includes giving … greater flexibility in their Medicaid programs. Take Michigan, … conversations about Michigan’s rising Medicaid expansion costs, which will … more

Gov. Snyder Calls On Obamacare Advocate No. 1

HHS Sec. Sebelius called in because the expansion of Medicaid is at stake

… the stalled expansion of Medicaid, Gov. Rick Snyder has asked … Snyder would like to see Medicaid expanded in Michigan, but … legislatures would eventually expand Medicaid. Then, last month, Sec. … care and lower costs in the Medicaid program. We always welcome … state-specific approaches to extending Medicaid to low-income, uninsured … more

Medicaid Expansion Explained

Avik Roy, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, describes the current state of Medicaid and the consequences of expanding it. more

Half Of Able-Bodied Michigan Medicaid Expansion Enrollees Don’t Work

More than 600,000 enrolled, while total state unemployment down to just 218,000

… voted to accept the Obamacare Medicaid expansion in 2013, it was … poverty level would enroll in Medicaid. The actual number turned … people in the able-bodied Medicaid expansion population do not … the number of able-bodied Medicaid expansion clients who are … 4,641,000. Traditionally, Medicaid has provided health care … more

Medicaid Expansion Bill Heads to the House

House Republicans help Obamacare provision move to a vote

… vote on the expansion of Medicaid in Michigan. On Wednesday, … sending a bill that would allow Medicaid expansion to the House floor … Shirkey said once he researched Medicaid expansion, there were several … expensive it will be. He said Medicaid expansion addressed uncompensated … "extreme uncertainty" if Medicaid expansion wasn't an option, … more

The Real Patients of Medicaid: Teraca

… expecting her sixth child. She is on Medicaid, does not have a regular doctor and … most recent pregnancy diagnosis. Medicaid patients use the ER at nearly twice … Rick Snyder is pushing to expand Medicaid in Michigan. Doing so would fulfill … The House passed a bill to expand Medicaid in Michigan, but the Senate so far … more

The Real Patients of Medicaid: Rebecca

Rebecca Myers qualifies for Medicaid because she is a single mother with no … in a "managed care program" under Medicaid and reports easy access to health … became sick, she discovered Michigan Medicaid did not cover care when she got sick, … care options but she would lose her Medicaid coverage because of its income li … more

Michigan House and Senate Both Skeptical On Medicaid Expansion

Medicaid expansion appears to face as many obstacles in the … would be no expansion of Medicaid in Michigan unless the federal … will propose any form of Medicaid expansion. The expansion … trying to get states to expand Medicaid and offering a hundreds of … fiscal year if it expanded Medicaid and took the short-term money. … more

House GOP Leaders Vote With Dems To Pass Medicaid Expansion

First in a series

… House Bill 4714 to expand Medicaid in Michigan. The bill passed … was cast by Republicans. Medicaid expansion is this year's … Getting states to expand Medicaid is important for the implementation … on this bill who voted for Medicaid expansion were: House Speaker … beginning of the debate over Medicaid expansion in Michigan, it … more

Questions About Obamacare Medicaid Expansion

… to come. Cost-Shifting: Medicaid pays just 47 percent of what … insurers; reports suggests that Medicaid patients are the largest … 470,000 individuals on the Medicaid rolls have on that cost-shifting? Unfair to Families: Unreformed Medicaid is a broken program that … the state does not expand Medicaid, because they will get a … more

August 2, 2013, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Vote Report

… federal health care law's Medicaid expansion to the full Senate. … "No"). This would authorize the Medicaid expansion in Michigan. The … Accept federal health care law Medicaid expansion The Senate work … House passed bill to expand Medicaid eligibility to families and … behavior incentives" for Medicaid recipients before the managed … more

Doctors Accepting More Medicaid Patients – for Now

… Michigan doctors accepting Medicaid patients, leaving the impression that Medicaid expansion in Michigan is … says: The vast majority of Medicaid benefits in Michigan are … who is willing to accept Medicaid’s below-market payment. Under … federal government increased Medicaid primary care reimbursements … more

Michigan Doctor Against Medicaid Expansion

… surgeon, Dr. Donald Condit, shares the reasons he's against the proposed Medicaid expansion in Michigan. He explains how low reimbursements don't cover patient health care costs as it is and why Medicaid patients, under expansion, will have less access to specialty care. He … more

Medicaid Expansion: Beware of Obamacare 'Gifts'

If it sounds too good to be true ...

… undertake a huge expansion of Medicaid, something originally mandated … ruling on the law last June. Medicaid is a government welfare program … will set up here. Unlike Medicaid, this entire cost comes out … would still be eligible for Medicaid, as they are currently. … like: State's share of the Medicaid expansion costs x  Number … more

Policy Proposed for Medicaid Workers Too Broad, Harms Patients and Consumers

… would severely limit people who have criminal backgrounds from working as Medicaid providers. It makes sense in many cases to impose restrictions, but blanket … abuse counselors and peer coaches. Not only is this a needless change to Medicaid policy, it is likely to negatively impact public safety by taking away … more

Tax-and-Spend Interests Pushing Medicaid Expansion

… optional state Obamacare Medicaid expansion, not just in Michigan … especially high numbers of Medicaid patients, states that don’t … would be considering their Medicaid spending itself as a key … That makes sense, because Medicaid is by far the largest source … to cover 90 percent of the Medicaid expansion’s cost from the … more

Medicaid Now a 'Reform-Proof' Entitlement

Imposing 'healthy behavior' conditions on Social Security next?

… provision in the Obamacare Medicaid expansion bill that was passed … hoops. In the public mind, Medicaid falls somewhere between. … impose some conditions on Medicaid beneficiaries. Here’s how … Michigan Legislature: Because Medicaid is now a critical component … covered by the expansion. Medicaid has been transformed into … more

Medicaid Expansion: A Battle Over Two Views

Historic opportunity to reform Washington, D.C.

… conflict over the issue of Medicaid expansion. This is a classic … the historic perspective. Medicaid expansion is the top issue … not force states to expand Medicaid. However, expansion of Medicaid is a critical step in the … Obamacare. Gov. Rick Snyder wants Medicaid expansion. In essence his … more

Hospital Lobby Driving Medicaid Expansion

Jack McHugh's Senate testimony on Obamacare

… Legislature approves the Medicaid expansion — and it is willing … happen. It's explained by the Medicaid expansion "1-2-3": 1. The … plain English, what "expand Medicaid" really means is the Michigan … managed care contracts (think Medicaid HMOs). This increases to … afterthought, but will taxpayers (and Medicaid beneficiaries) get a good … more

New Medicaid Study: ‘Waivers Are Temporary, Expansion Is Forever’

… by adopting the Obamacare Medicaid expansion states can gain … administration will weaken the Medicaid requirements that they fought … said. "No state should expand Medicaid based upon the illusory hopes … inadequate to genuinely reform Medicaid's ills." In the study, Alt … flexible and cost-effective Medicaid program may be "illusory." … more

Commentary: Medicaid Expansion Wrong Even with Reforms

… Legislature as conditions for accepting the Obamacare Medicaid expansion. But what if lightning struck and … proposed by John Goodman and others are another. On Medicaid for the poor, Florida think-tanker Tarren Bragdon is promoting a reform he calls the “Medicaid Cure,” which is actually underway as a pilot … more

Health Policy Expert: GOP Medicaid Reforms 'Out Of The Stone Age'

… version of House Bill 4714, the Medicaid expansion measure, are trying to sell it as Medicaid reform. In reality, as even … legislation is about expanding Medicaid and cooperating with the … eligible for the expanded Medicaid because he or she makes too … account by moving in and out of Medicaid." No. 2: Require the DCH … more

Worries Over Medicaid Costs No Reason to Oppose No-Fault Reform

Any increased costs would be dwarfed by the savings drivers will achieve

… increased costs for both Medicaid and private health insurance. … overall state spending on Medicaid. The Michigan Senate Fiscal … potential increased cost of Medicaid from these no-fault reforms … amount the state spends on Medicaid and overall. In fiscal 2017, … spent about $16.8 billion on Medicaid. Even if the state had to … more

Delay Strengthens 'No Medicaid Expansion' Case

Postponing employer mandate makes Obamacare more vulnerable

… legislators adopt the Obamacare Medicaid expansion it reduces the … world would you authorize a Medicaid expansion that further entrenches … were slated for Obamacare’s Medicaid expansion, who live in states that don’t expand Medicaid. Effectively, states no longer need to expand Medicaid, because this newly Medicaid-eligible … more

Michigan Should Move Forward With Medicaid Work Requirements

Work requirements empower people to become financially independent

… able-bodied adults receiving Medicaid benefits through the state’s … said that the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare, or CMS, had … we should recognize about Medicaid work and community engagement … issue with the Center for Medicaid and Medicare and its analysis. … it will continue to defend Medicaid work requirement waivers … more

Medicaid Expansion...What's the Rush?

Gov. Snyder applying serious pressure to get Michigan Senate to approve key Obamacare provision

Gov. Rick Snyder wants Medicaid expansion and he wants it now. … voted "yes" on Obamacare's Medicaid expansion.  After the bill … the key Obamacare provision Medicaid expansion, instead referring … enticement to get states to expand Medicaid. States that take the deal … a complex issue, such as Medicaid expansion, which has major … more

Eight Senate Republicans Join Democrats In Passing Obamacare Medicaid Expansion

Bill headed back to the House

A Medicaid expansion bill passed in the state Senate late Tuesday, … Senate voted 20-18 to pass a Medicaid expansion bill (House Bill … wrench into the plans of Medicaid expansion proponents. The … known as the person who put Medicaid expansion over the top. … taken. "The expansion of Medicaid is a key part of Obamacare. … more

Michigan House Republicans Buckle on Obamacare Medicaid Expansion

A Medicaid expansion bill that is a critical component of Obamacare … said they will not vote for Medicaid expansion if the bill gets … reforms including a four-year Medicaid benefit cap, and a trigger … Americans For Prosperity, said Medicaid expansion would be "the largest … taxes and borrowing. "The Medicaid expansion in the long run … more

Final Seven House Republicans Who Backed Obamacare's Medicaid Expansion

Final in a series

… the Michigan House passed Medicaid expansion legislation, House … who voted for Obamacare's Medicaid expansion, four were West … Schmidt, R-Traverse City. Medicaid expansion at the state level … that states could reject Medicaid expansion. The Obama administration … Snyder desperately wants Medicaid expansion to take place in … more

How Obamacare Is Vulnerable

Law may be amended in 2014

… advocating that Michigan adopt the Obamacare Medicaid expansion is that the law is a "done-deal," so this … – Heritage Foundation Trust not in Obamacare Medicaid Cost-Share Promises – Mackinac Center Michigan … States Can Save Taxpayers $609 Billion by Refusing Medicaid Expansion – Goldwater Institute/Wall Street Journal … more

Stopping Medicaid Expansion In Its Tracks

Amendment makes bill match proponents' claims

… who voted against the Obamacare Medicaid expansion, and none of the Senators … Journal in a piece titled, "New Medicaid's Roach Motel: The GOP flippers can … explanation for why the federal Medicaid expansion dollars won't stop once … 'Are we going to leave nine federal Medicaid dollars on the table for an investment … more

Hopeful Medicaid 'Direct Primary Care' Pilot Embraced by Senate, Gutted by House

Special interests prefer status quo

Rising costs in Medicaid, Michigan's medical welfare program, … more people to sign up for Medicaid — encouraged by President … calls for bringing it to Medicaid on a trial basis. Direct … receiving benefits from Michigan Medicaid are enrolled in what amounts … 1980s and 1990s exist and Medicaid patients have no say in any … more

Ballot Proposal to Exploit Disabled Medicaid Recipients

… shell "employer" for tens of thousands of home-based caregivers. Most are family members caring for developmentally disabled loved ones who receive a Medicaid stipend. By labeling caregivers as "government employees" and skimming off a portion of these payments as "dues," the SEIU has quietly taken more … more

'ER Visits Won't Increase' Claim By Medicaid Expansion Advocates Remains Dubious

… placed in state operated Medicaid programs, according to reports. … the same as health care and Medicaid is not all that good," Avik … Getting states to expand Medicaid is an important step in the … care experienced by those on Medicaid. Less access to routine care … show that people who are on Medicaid use emergency rooms at twice … more

Medicaid Client in ICU After Being Denied Routine Care

Two women describe how their sister on Medicaid ended up in the Intensive Care Unit for an untreated, abscessed tooth. In 2009, Michigan Medicaid eliminated routine dental care. more

Expert: Medicaid Expansion Means Increased Costs For Worse Service

Avik Roy: 'It's not tough to take a billion dollars at the beginning and offload the costs to your successors'

… Rick Snyder’s plan to expand Medicaid as part of Obamacare, it … program. Roy said expanding Medicaid would be a huge mistake. … insurers pay a physician, Medicaid pays 47 cents," he said. … doctors already refuse to see Medicaid patients, a trend that has … and across the country. If Medicaid is expanded in Michigan, … more

Senate Offers Multiple Medicaid Expansion Plans

A vote could take place late this month

… took action on expanding Medicaid in Michigan by reporting … want, which is to expand Medicaid in Michigan. Medicaid expansion is the top issue … known as Obamacare. Expanding Medicaid in Michigan accommodates … Obamacare. Refusing to expand Medicaid would put Michigan among … more

Obamacare Medicaid Expansion a Budget Trap

… an optional-for-states Obamacare Medicaid expansion may be far too low. If … states that have expanded their own Medicaid programs suggest they may be greatly … those beneficiaries compared to Medicaid. The numbers in the second chart, … incentives to see the Obamacare-driven Medicaid expansion take place here. The Foundation … more

Michigan Medicaid Expansion: A Win For President Obama?

… Michigan Senate passed a Medicaid expansion bill, it moved … signed the bill. As far as Medicaid expansion is concerned, it … Democrats In Passing Obamacare Medicaid Expansion New Medicaid Study: 'Waivers Are Temporary, … Brain Surgery Required After Medicaid Issue Delayed Dental Care … more

Medicaid Expansion Studies Weren't Trustworthy

Analysis reveals multiple flaws

… employers if Michigan did not adopt the Obamacare Medicaid expansion has been exposed as being essentially … (Affordable Care Act) in states that do not expand Medicaid." Jackson Hewitt estimated Michigan employers … include individuals who are already eligible for Medicaid without the state expansion (and who therefore … more

2013 In Review: Worker Freedom, Medicaid Expansion Took Center Stage

… hard for the expansion of Medicaid in Michigan and got his wish. … in Michigan cashed larger Medicaid checks than they had for … caregivers returned to them. Medicaid Expansion Takes Place in … state in the nation to expand Medicaid. Doing so helps the Obama … now will be put onto the Medicaid rolls. That number is expected … more

Eight More House Republicans Who Backed Obamacare's Medicaid Expansion

Third in a series

… Republicans who voted for Medicaid expansion were from what … that support expansion of Medicaid will get hundreds of millions … implemented by opposing the Medicaid expansion. Choosing this … Senate Republicans to expand Medicaid and has been critical of … not think their voting for Medicaid expansion would be viewed … more

Michigan GOP Medicaid 'Reform' Proposals

Like Déjà vu all over again

… between Left and Right on Medicaid expansion, Michigan House … Bill 4714, which expands Medicaid to everyone earning less … Michigan's latest foray into Medicaid expansion is not new. Many … exchange for taking federal Medicaid expansion dollars. But lawmakers … financial trigger that rescinds Medicaid expansion if federal funding … more

Hospitals: Careful What You Wish for on Medicaid

New research shows expansion could hurt providers

… firm, suggests the Obamacare Medicaid expansion may cost hospitals … specifically, lower-quality Medicaid. Because Medicaid reimbursement levels for … of their patients are on Medicaid rather than having private … mightily in favor of the Medicaid expansion. Specifically, … more

We're Still a 'Donor State' with Medicaid Expansion

Legislators should avoid spurious arguments to defend votes

In justifying his Medicaid expansion vote in Michigan Capitol … the economic effects of a Medicaid expansion in Arkansas, the … federal government under Medicaid expansion. The reason is … line would be covered by Medicaid under the expansion. Since … the purpose of expanding Medicaid is solely to increase the … more

Legislation Would Prevent State From Advertising to Get More People on Medicaid

Program expanded 30 percent beyond projections

… Committee for more than four months. “Healthy Michigan,” is the title the administration of Gov. Rick Snyder gave to its adoption of the Obamacare Medicaid expansion. During the expansion debate in 2013, it was estimated that somewhat more than 400,000 people in Michigan would eventually enroll in the … more

Snyder Administration Pushing To Distance Medicaid Expansion From Obamacare

Gov. Snyder, Lt. Gov. Calley and others now using the phrase, 'Healthy Michigan'

… included the expansion of Medicaid to help cover some of the … Calley said the debate on Medicaid expansion is about reforming … Obamacare. "This is reform of our Medicaid system. Classifying it as … picking up the tab for any Medicaid expansion. "The question … debating the expansion of Medicaid is because the Supreme Court … more

Fla. Medicaid: Governor Proposes, House Disposes

Obamacare expansion wilts in Sunshine State

… without approving the Obamacare Medicaid expansion, which Gov. Rick … Obamacare balloon and expand Medicaid forgot about that saving … legislature to approve his Medicaid flip. Republicans in the … population slated for the Medicaid expansion would be governed by the Medicaid statute. 'Under all these … more

Ballot Proposal Would Exploit Disabled Medicaid Recipients for Union’s Political Agenda

… family members caring for developmentally disabled loved ones who receive a Medicaid stipend. By labeling caregivers as “government employees” and by skimming … the SEIU as government employees simply because the couple receives a Medicaid payment for the care of their developmentally disabled adult children. … more

Medicaid Expansion, Road Funding Key Issues For Michigan Budget

Lansing insiders handicap the chances either issue will be resolved

… soon, the top two issues — Medicaid expansion and road funding — … those issues hammered out. Medicaid expansion is the No. 1 issue … What are the odds that a Medicaid expansion bill that the federal … he doesn’t think a form of Medicaid expansion that meets the … adding individuals to the Medicaid rolls and a state Legislature … more

Local governments in Michigan can’t keep extra cash from tax foreclosures, but state has other ways to claim money

An auction netted the county $260k, says an heir whose aunt’s property was taken by officials, but Medicaid administrators may take it all anyway

… Services asserted a claim of its own. The department said that under the policy of estate recovery, it was due the surplus as repayment for funds its Medicaid program had spent on Bouford-Hiar’s behalf. The circuit court agreed with the state, and in August 2021, put a pause on Litzner’s suit against the … more

Poll: Medicaid Expansion Plan Loses Support When Voters Told of Potential Effects

GOP and Independent male voters against expansion plans; Democrats strongly support

… the effects of expanding Medicaid as Gov. Rick Snyder wants, … disagreement among experts about Medicaid program costs to rush into … taxpayers on the hook for Medicaid expansion costs. Because … House is pushing to expand Medicaid in the states. The Obama … cost. Gov. Snyder wants Medicaid in Michigan expanded to all … more

More House GOP Reps Who Voted For Key Obamacare Provision

Second in a series

… Republicans who voted to expand Medicaid say the measure has a cancellation … the clause was altered. Medicaid expansion is the top issue … Obamacare. Refusing to expand Medicaid would put Michigan among … Republicans who voted to expand Medicaid were from Macomb County or … defended his vote. "The Medicaid Expansion bill specifically … more

Happy New (Fiscal) Year; State Spending Up But Not By Much

Inflation-adjusted figures show Snyder mostly held the line on spending

Spurred by the Obamacare Medicaid expansion and increases in the state gas tax and vehicle registration tax, overall spending by Michigan’s state government … due to the Legislature and governor accepting the Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion in 2013. The Michigan Department of Transportation’s spending … more

Bill Would Ban Advertising to Get More People on Medicaid

State Senator: This 'just encourages more people to become dependent on government'

… adoption of the Obamacare Medicaid expansion. The current state … million annually to promote the Medicaid expansion to potential enrollees. … Legislature to accept the Medicaid expansion, after the U.S. … loosen eligibility rules on Medicaid. That summer, amid rancor … funding. In 2013, the state Medicaid agency estimated that the … more

Michigan’s Obamacare Medicaid Expansion

Incentives gone awry

… Legislature passed a bill expanding Medicaid, a core component of the … managed care services under Medicaid to offer “healthy behavior” … or copay requirements on Medicaid beneficiaries, so Michigan … $50 Wal-Mart gift cards for Medicaid clients who, in essence, … hospitals that provide almost all Medicaid services in Michigan. While … more

Pete Hoekstra: 'Michigan Could Impact Obamacare in Washington'

Former U.S. Rep.: 'There are already people in Washington, D.C., talking about cutting dollars on the federal end and putting more of a burden on the states'

… lawmakers refuse to expand Medicaid, it could help force the … with Obamacare by expanding Medicaid, the harder it will be to … 4714, a measure to expand Medicaid in Michigan. The bill has … likely sign it into law. Medicaid expansion is currently the … that are willing to expand Medicaid. Hoekstra said that Michigan … more

Medicaid - the Monster that Ate Michigan's Budget

… spending increase was in Medicaid, or health care welfare for … Agency PowerPoint shows that Medicaid spending has risen more than … of the increase is from a Medicaid expansion called the "State … "stimulus" program also increased Medicaid spending levels. In the … government money . Federal Medicaid regulations and mandates allow … more

Where the Money from Higher Transportation Taxes Goes

A bigger budget means more money for programs beyond road repair

… be higher spending on schools and Medicaid, not road repairs. The 7.3-cent-per-gallon … for roads is now mostly paying for Medicaid and public schools. Specifically, … and the state agency that manages Medicaid is getting $132.6 million more. … was to spend more on schools and Medicaid. Taxpayers should pay closer attention … more

OtherCare not Obamacare

Health care event that looks to market for solutions to be held Saturday in Ann Arbor

… Obamacare, and the Michigan Legislature continues to discuss expanding Medicaid as part of the law, a group of doctors is hosting an event discussing … care blogger, will discuss why Michigan should delay the expansion of Medicaid and work toward a patient-centered model. Registration for the event … more

Governor’s Budget Pays for Medicaid Expansion with a Gas Tax

Michigan's revenue growth is set to continue

… by a tax hike for roads to pay for the state’s Medicaid expansion. Normally, roads are paid by vehicle … new home in the executive budget: the state’s Medicaid program. The state is required to pick up some … of its decision to let more people sign up for Medicaid, part of a deal made under Obamacare. The state … more

Reverse Course on Restricting Medicaid Workers With Criminal Backgrounds

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services pushing new rules

… would severely limit people who have criminal backgrounds from working as Medicaid providers. It makes sense in many cases to impose restrictions, but blanket … abuse counselors and peer coaches. Not only is this a needless change to Medicaid policy, it is likely to negatively impact public safety by taking away … more

Obamacare's Michigan Tale: Small Drop in Uninsured While Families Pay More

Four things about Obamacare in Michigan

… health care coverage; it has always been a massive Medicaid expansion scheme. In Michigan, federal figures show 303,000 residents were added to Medicaid rolls between the third quarter of 2013 and the … coverage, another was thrown into an already-strained Medicaid program. If you like your health insurance, you … more

Whitmer Coy On ‘Medicare For All,’ But Went Extra Mile For Obamacare’s Medicaid

A parliamentary maneuver that raised eyebrows

… state up for the Obamacare Medicaid expansion. Whitmer joined … more people eligible for Medicaid and was expected to send … get that in the Senate. So, Medicaid expansion could not begin … immediately. That way, the Medicaid expansion would go into effect … (unrecorded) vote, and the Medicaid expansion went into effect … more

Confirmed: The SEIU 'Dues Skim' Finally Ends

Home-based caregivers no longer losing money to union

… International Union is not deducting money from the Medicaid checks of the state's 59,000 home-based caregivers.  … increase dues-paying members, the SEIU targeted the Medicaid checks of Michigan's home-based caregivers. A … deal, made behind closed doors, to skim state Medicaid dollars from these individuals’ checks was just … more

Medicaid Dues Skim May Come To An End, After All

Friends, relatives of disabled individuals among those swept into public sector unions

… health aides employed by Medicaid beneficiaries. This in-home … union dues was skimmed from Medicaid checks. In Michigan, the … to skim $34.4 million from Medicaid checks between November 2006 … unions to take a share of Medicaid money that was meant to pay … the court held that these Medicaid home health care providers … more

Auditors Find State Overpaid Medicaid Home Health Vendors $39.4 Million

Could be worse: A previous audit found a $160 million loss

… Michigan has delivered millions of dollars in overpayments to vendors under a Medicaid program meant to help needy people with daily activities such as bathing, … the first time the Office of the Auditor General found issues with the Medicaid Home Help Program. In an audit covering October 2010 through August 2013, … more

‘Protect Our Jobs’ Would Protect the 3 Percent at the Expense of the 97 Percent

… Foundation. And the SEIU is still skimming $30 million and counting from people, including parents, who care for their disabled children at home with Medicaid assistance. “Protect Our Jobs” would make abuses like these more likely and much harder to undo. It’s a radical plan to rig the game in favor of … more