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One in seven eligible adults have already accessed newly expanded Medicaid dental care
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 25, 2022
It’s been a little over six months since Virginians with Medicaid also began receiving dental insurance. Virginia’s Department of Medical Assistance Services estimates that in that time more than 100,000 people have gotten dental care.
As Mallory Noe-Payne reports, the next hurdle is getting more dentists to accept Medicaid.
With Medicaid funding returning to normal, what’s in store for the next budget?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 26, 2021
The pandemic has been a watershed moment in public health. That’s been especially apparent when it comes to Medicaid, which insures half a million people in Virginia. Reporter Jahd Khalil has a preview of what could be in store for the state’s Medicaid budget.
New Medicaid Dental Coverage is About Public Health, too
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 25, 2021
750,000 Virginians who use Medicaid are set to gain more comprehensive dental coverage July 1st, in a policy that experts say could improve public health outcomes and costs to the healthcare system. 3.2 million Virginians have no dental insurance, according to the Virginia Health Care Foundation. Jahd Khalil reports.
Advocates Say There’s Adequate Funding to Reinstate Healthcare Spending
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 10, 2020
Faced with uncertainty about the costs of the coronavirus, lawmakers hit pause on plans to spend more money on Medicaid coverage earlier this year. But, in spite of an expected revenue shortfall, policy experts say there’s plenty of money left for healthcare spending. Cat Modlin-Jackson reports.
State Officials Weighing Emergency Medicaid Services for Undocumented Immigrants
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 12, 2020
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Undocumented immigrants are being hit hard by the COVID-19 health crisis, and access to health care is a major stumbling block for many. But, Virginia could take action to increase availability of testing and treatment. Michael Pope reports.
JLARC: Virginia Spent Less Than Expected on Medicaid This Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 16, 2019
More Virginians received health insurance through Medicaid this year while the state actually spent less than expected on the program. As lawmakers learned Monday that’s because of Medicaid expansion. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
Amidst Growth and New Goals, Virginia Celebrates 50 Years of Medicaid
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2019
Virginia is celebrating 50 years of Medicaid this week. The state-run program provides health insurance to the poor. Virginia Governor Ralph Northam celebrated with state employees. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Virginia’s Medicaid Work Requirements Are Still Up in the Air
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 14, 2019
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Virginia is still waiting on the federal government to make a determination on work requirements for Medicaid expansion. And, new research shows they might be counterproductive. Michael Pope reports.
State Targets Spanish Speakers for Medicaid Expansion
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 17, 2019
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New data from the state shows enrollment in the expanded Medicaid program is on target. And now there’s a new campaign to target Spanish speakers. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Medicaid Expansion Gets Federal Approval
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 18, 2018
Virginia officials announced Thursday that Medicaid Expansion is a go, and newly eligible populations will be able to sign up during this year’s open enrollment. That comes after federal officials gave the state approval last week. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Senate Committee Puts off Budget Vote
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 18, 2018
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Virginia’s slow moving budget process is only getting slower, as the Senate Finance Committee declined to vote on a budget proposal Tuesday. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Activists Keep Up Pressure for Medicaid Expansion
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 1, 2018
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Lawmakers won’t be tackling the issue of Medicaid expansion for another two weeks, when the state Senate is to reconvene and negotiate the budget. But activists are trying keeping up the pressure. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
An Answer on Medicaid Could Still be Weeks Away
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 11, 2018
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The gallery of Virginia’s State Senate was filled with supporters of Medicaid expansion Wednesday as lawmaker gaveled in for a special session.
State legislators will be working on the budget, as well as deciding whether to expand health insurance to the poor. The final decision on could still be weeks away, but advocates still made an effort to have their voices heard.
Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
As End of Session Nears, Senate GOP Holds Out Against Medicaid Expansion
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 1, 2018
Hundreds rallied at the capitol Thursday for Medicaid expansion. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
With just a few days left before the end of the legislative session, it’s still unclear if Medicaid expansion will pass. For the first time in years, Republicans in the House of Delegates are supporting the measure. But Senate Republicans are still opposed. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
What a Limited Medicaid Expansion in Virginia Could Look Like
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 12, 2018
Republican Senator Siobhan Dunnavant is spearheading a number of healthcare reforms, including a limited expansion of the Medicaid program.
Virginia’s Governor is calling for a full expansion of Medicaid, the state run health insurance program for the poor. But many Republicans in the statehouse don’t like the idea of able bodied adults, no matter how poor, getting government-funded healthcare.
So they’re eyeing something else: a more narrow expansion of the program. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
As Lawmakers Discuss Medicaid Expansion, Reforms Also on the Table
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 1, 2018
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam waves to the crowd as House Speaker Kirk Cox, R-Colonial Heights, top, applauds as he delivers his State of the Commonwealth address. Cox and Northam have begun a public negotiation on Medicaid expansion and reform. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
Republicans in Richmond have opened the door to negotiations on Medicaid expansion, and they say they want recipients to work. But work requirements aren’t the only reforms that could be part of an expansion deal. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
As Medicaid Legislation Goes Down in Senate, Northam Recommits to Expanding Coverage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 26, 2018
A key committee in Virginia’s Senate took up debate of Medicaid expansion Thursday. Even though the bills failed, Governor Ralph Northam says it’s just the beginning of the process. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Rural Hospital Gets Caught in Medicaid Fight
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 23, 2018
State Sen. Bill Stanley, R-Franklin County, proposed a measure to help keep open a hospital in his district. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
A shuttered hospital in rural Patrick County may have a better shot at reopening, thanks to a bill that passed Virginia’s Senate Tuesday. That’s after the same measure failed last week, getting caught up in the political battle over Medicaid expansion. Mallory Noe-Payne has the story.
Virginia Prepares to Shut Down Health Insurance Program for 66,000 Children
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 30, 2017
The Children’s Health Insurance Program relies on money from state and federal governments to help subsidize the cost of medical care for some kids not poor enough to qualify for Medicaid. (Credit: Rebecca Nelson / Getty Images)
66,000 children and 1,100 pregnant women could lose health insurance if Congress doesn’t act soon. They get their insurance through a federally funded program called CHIP, and Congress hasn’t agreed to keep paying the bills. Now Virginia is preparing to shut the program down, because there’s no more money. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Va News Topics: Chesapeake City Council Decision, In-Home Assistance Concerns
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 24, 2016
Credit: Virginia Public Access Project
Chesapeake City Council is considering whether to post “In God We Trust” in City Hall and other public buildings, and people who require in-home assistance say they’re being affected by a state law that prohibits overtime for caregivers paid by Medicaid. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week on the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va News link at vpap.org. Fred Echols reports.
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