Sens. Warner and Kaine: Trumpcare’s Medicaid Cuts Will Have Significant Negative Impact on the Health of Vulnerable Virginians
According to the nonpartisan
"A reduction of that magnitude or even one close to it - especially to an already efficient program like
Medicaid is a joint federal and state healthcare partnership, and as former
The text of the letter is available here (https://eu3.proxysite.com/process.php?d=x5B99FmPCRZBhNnWV1OdjctLeH8PiX5%2Fq8ujj3ne7av2RjX5OCYNRnhC7gKs5uuEE126tykoj%2FQA5W%2Bc6vuxvxNnISCuRZ%2BuXYyGBHMuOiRigv90xBJmNpx4m6tPxQ5WydVqKyd1&b=1) and below.
Secretary of Health and Human Resources
P.O. Box 1475
Dear Dr. Hazel:
We write to you regarding the impact Medicaid per capita caps, like those in the American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628), would have on
On
1) The
2) In Virginia, Medicaid managed care organizations provide mental health benefits for members in support of their special health care needs. How will a per capita-based cap on Medicaid payments:
a. Impact those served in the public system, who suffer from chronic mental illness and substance use disorders?
b. Impact those with complex medical needs?
3)
4) The creation of Medicaid waiver funded services (community supports) have enabled people with significant developmental disabilities to live with their families or near their families in community-based settings. What would be the impact of the reduction of funding on the community-based system?
I recognize that it may not be possible to completely answer all these questions, and in such cases would appreciate any analysis you are able to provide. Thank you for your timely attention to this request. If you have any additional questions, please contact our offices.
Sincerely,
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