Amaya Diana
@amayadiana.bsky.social
Medicaid Health Policy @ KFF, will post mostly about 1115 waivers. go birds.
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⚡ KFF’s @amayadiana.bsky.social adds context to yesterday’s CMS announcement to states that they plan to end Medicaid continuous eligibility waivers going forward. #QuickTake on.kff.org/4lU56fb
July 18, 2025 at 3:27 PM
⚡ KFF’s @amayadiana.bsky.social adds context to yesterday’s CMS announcement to states that they plan to end Medicaid continuous eligibility waivers going forward. #QuickTake on.kff.org/4lU56fb
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NEW RURAL BRIEF @kff.org : Senate reconciliation bill would cut federal Medicaid funding in rural areas by $155B—$36B more than the House bill. www.kff.org/policy-watch...
How Might Federal Medicaid Cuts in the Senate-Passed Reconciliation Bill Affect Rural Areas? | KFF
Under the Senate-passed reconciliation bill, federal Medicaid spending in rural areas is estimated to decline by $155 billion, more than in the House-passed bill, and far more than the $50 billion app...
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July 2, 2025 at 12:47 PM
NEW RURAL BRIEF @kff.org : Senate reconciliation bill would cut federal Medicaid funding in rural areas by $155B—$36B more than the House bill. www.kff.org/policy-watch...
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NEW @KFF Brief – Medicaid Work & Reporting Requirements (MH/SUD)--Currently, no mandatory flexibility for temporary crises (e.g., acute mental health episodes). Those briefly falling short of hours may lose coverage at renewal or denial at application.
See: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
See: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
Implications of Medicaid Work and Reporting Requirements for Adults with Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders | KFF
This brief describes key challenges that Medicaid work requirements may pose for adults with mental health or substance use disorders. In May, the House passed a budget reconciliation bill that includ...
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June 24, 2025 at 4:48 PM
NEW @KFF Brief – Medicaid Work & Reporting Requirements (MH/SUD)--Currently, no mandatory flexibility for temporary crises (e.g., acute mental health episodes). Those briefly falling short of hours may lose coverage at renewal or denial at application.
See: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
See: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
A unique feature of the proposed Medicaid work requirements in the reconciliation bill is that states could choose to require individuals to work for *multiple* months prior to applying for Medicaid - meaning people with employment gaps would not qualify for Medicaid, even if currently working
June 23, 2025 at 4:43 PM
A unique feature of the proposed Medicaid work requirements in the reconciliation bill is that states could choose to require individuals to work for *multiple* months prior to applying for Medicaid - meaning people with employment gaps would not qualify for Medicaid, even if currently working
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The work requirements proposed in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” are more stringent than previous policies considered by Congress and implemented at the state level.
As the Senate debates the bill, our analysis explains the proposals in the House-passed version.
As the Senate debates the bill, our analysis explains the proposals in the House-passed version.
June 20, 2025 at 8:59 PM
The work requirements proposed in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” are more stringent than previous policies considered by Congress and implemented at the state level.
As the Senate debates the bill, our analysis explains the proposals in the House-passed version.
As the Senate debates the bill, our analysis explains the proposals in the House-passed version.
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One of the great parts of my job is digging into the data after our initial release. This time I found that we could look at the attitudes of people with Medicaid who are currently working.
My key takeaway is that they value work and also really rely on their Medicaid coverage.
My key takeaway is that they value work and also really rely on their Medicaid coverage.
⚡ KFF’s @ashleykirzinger.bsky.social highlights our polling that looks at Medicaid enrollees who are currently employed and what they think of potential work requirements included in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” #QuickTake on.kff.org/44lOZAt
June 20, 2025 at 4:21 PM
One of the great parts of my job is digging into the data after our initial release. This time I found that we could look at the attitudes of people with Medicaid who are currently working.
My key takeaway is that they value work and also really rely on their Medicaid coverage.
My key takeaway is that they value work and also really rely on their Medicaid coverage.
See KFF's updated summary for changes to Medicaid provisions in the Senate reconciliation bill: www.kff.org/tracking-the...
Tracking the Medicaid Provisions in the 2025 Reconciliation Bill | KFF
KFF is tracking the Medicaid provisions in the 2025 federal budget bill, including new Medicaid work and verification requirements and a reduction in the expansion match rate for states that use their...
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June 17, 2025 at 7:47 PM
See KFF's updated summary for changes to Medicaid provisions in the Senate reconciliation bill: www.kff.org/tracking-the...
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New from @kff.org
Public Views “Big Beautiful Bill” Unfavorably by Nearly a 2-1 Margin; Non-MAGA Republicans Oppose It, While MAGA Supporters Favor It; Favorability Erodes When People Hear About Health Impacts www.kff.org/affordable-c...
Public Views “Big Beautiful Bill” Unfavorably by Nearly a 2-1 Margin; Non-MAGA Republicans Oppose It, While MAGA Supporters Favor It; Favorability Erodes When People Hear About Health Impacts www.kff.org/affordable-c...
June 17, 2025 at 1:25 PM
New from @kff.org
Public Views “Big Beautiful Bill” Unfavorably by Nearly a 2-1 Margin; Non-MAGA Republicans Oppose It, While MAGA Supporters Favor It; Favorability Erodes When People Hear About Health Impacts www.kff.org/affordable-c...
Public Views “Big Beautiful Bill” Unfavorably by Nearly a 2-1 Margin; Non-MAGA Republicans Oppose It, While MAGA Supporters Favor It; Favorability Erodes When People Hear About Health Impacts www.kff.org/affordable-c...
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The budget reconciliation bill passed by House Republicans would cut Medicaid and the ACA by $1 trillion over a decade. This would be the biggest rollback in federal support for health coverage, ever.
www.kff.org/quick-take/t...
www.kff.org/quick-take/t...
The Biggest Rollback in Federal Support for Health Coverage Ever
Republicans are not talking about repealing and replacing the ACA anymore, and the budget reconciliation bill doesn't do that, at least not directly. However, the bill would restrict health insurance ...
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June 10, 2025 at 8:36 PM
The budget reconciliation bill passed by House Republicans would cut Medicaid and the ACA by $1 trillion over a decade. This would be the biggest rollback in federal support for health coverage, ever.
www.kff.org/quick-take/t...
www.kff.org/quick-take/t...
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CBO score is up: www.cbo.gov/publication/...
Estimated Budgetary Effects of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
As passed by the House of Representatives on May 22, 2025
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June 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
CBO score is up: www.cbo.gov/publication/...
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The House reconciliation bill appropriates money for reducing cost-sharing in ACA plans. But, only for plans that don't cover abortion. That will set up a clash in a dozen states that require abortion coverage, and undermine abortion access to low-income people.
www.kff.org/womens-healt...
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May 22, 2025 at 6:36 PM
The House reconciliation bill appropriates money for reducing cost-sharing in ACA plans. But, only for plans that don't cover abortion. That will set up a clash in a dozen states that require abortion coverage, and undermine abortion access to low-income people.
www.kff.org/womens-healt...
www.kff.org/womens-healt...
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Three in four adults enrolled in Medicaid have one or more chronic conditions.
See new @kff.org brief with state and national numbers and condition breakouts-- www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
See new @kff.org brief with state and national numbers and condition breakouts-- www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
5 Key Facts About Medicaid Coverage for Adults with Chronic Conditions | KFF
Nearly three in four adults enrolled in Medicaid have one or more chronic conditions. Medicaid spending doubles for adults with 1-2 chronic conditions and quadruples for those with 3 or more chronic c...
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April 11, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Three in four adults enrolled in Medicaid have one or more chronic conditions.
See new @kff.org brief with state and national numbers and condition breakouts-- www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
See new @kff.org brief with state and national numbers and condition breakouts-- www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
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Thread: eliminating the 90% federal #Medicaid matching rate would require states to come up with an additional $626 BILLION in their own funds over the next 10 years to continue the Medicaid expansion for nearly 21 million low-income people according to KFF estimates: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
Austin Scott previews how House Rs plan to cut Medicaid: "The federal govt is paying 90% of the Medicaid expansion. What we've talked about is moving that 90% level of the expansion back... nobody would be kicked off Medicaid as long as governors decided they wanted to continue to fund the program"
April 22, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Thread: eliminating the 90% federal #Medicaid matching rate would require states to come up with an additional $626 BILLION in their own funds over the next 10 years to continue the Medicaid expansion for nearly 21 million low-income people according to KFF estimates: www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
NEW: Iowa has released a state proposal for public comment that would require Medicaid expansion adults age 19-65 to work at least 100 hours a month to not have their coverage suspended.
April 17, 2025 at 5:24 PM
NEW: Iowa has released a state proposal for public comment that would require Medicaid expansion adults age 19-65 to work at least 100 hours a month to not have their coverage suspended.
Even as the federal Medicaid debate evolves, some states are already pursuing Medicaid demonstration waivers to introduce work requirements.
Yesterday, Arkansas and Arizona submitted Medicaid work requirement requests to CMS. KFF is tracking the latest state activity: www.kff.org/report-secti...
Yesterday, Arkansas and Arizona submitted Medicaid work requirement requests to CMS. KFF is tracking the latest state activity: www.kff.org/report-secti...
April 11, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Even as the federal Medicaid debate evolves, some states are already pursuing Medicaid demonstration waivers to introduce work requirements.
Yesterday, Arkansas and Arizona submitted Medicaid work requirement requests to CMS. KFF is tracking the latest state activity: www.kff.org/report-secti...
Yesterday, Arkansas and Arizona submitted Medicaid work requirement requests to CMS. KFF is tracking the latest state activity: www.kff.org/report-secti...
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With no disrespect meant to the EHBS, this has to be my fave annual KFF report
Check out our 23rd annual #Medicaid eligibility and enrollment survey report. Many states emerged from the unwinding with more efficient processes by maximizing the use of technology to verify income, reduce returned mail, and improve communications with enrollees. www.kff.org/medicaid/rep...
Medicaid and CHIP Eligibility, Enrollment, and Renewal Policies | KFF
A KFF survey of state Medicaid officials examines state Medicaid and CHIP eligibility, enrollment, and renewal policies in place as of January 2025 as states return to routine operations following the...
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April 1, 2025 at 10:51 PM
With no disrespect meant to the EHBS, this has to be my fave annual KFF report
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NEW @kff.org analysis illustrates what $880B in potential federal #Medicaid cuts could mean for states and residents.
Potential Medicaid cuts represent:
29% of state Medicaid spending per resident
6% of state taxes per resident
19% of state education spending per pupil
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
Potential Medicaid cuts represent:
29% of state Medicaid spending per resident
6% of state taxes per resident
19% of state education spending per pupil
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
Putting $880 Billion in Potential Federal Medicaid Cuts in Context of State Budgets and Coverage | KFF
This brief explores the magnitude of the potential federal Medicaid funding cuts under the House budget resolution. This brief puts the $880 billion in cuts in context by comparing the size of the cut...
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March 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
NEW @kff.org analysis illustrates what $880B in potential federal #Medicaid cuts could mean for states and residents.
Potential Medicaid cuts represent:
29% of state Medicaid spending per resident
6% of state taxes per resident
19% of state education spending per pupil
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
Potential Medicaid cuts represent:
29% of state Medicaid spending per resident
6% of state taxes per resident
19% of state education spending per pupil
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
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States have used Section 1115 waivers to expand Medicaid coverage or benefits, change policies for existing populations, modify delivery systems, restructure financing or authorize new payments, and make other program changes.
Learn more: on.kff.org/3PRC1SZ
Learn more: on.kff.org/3PRC1SZ
February 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM
States have used Section 1115 waivers to expand Medicaid coverage or benefits, change policies for existing populations, modify delivery systems, restructure financing or authorize new payments, and make other program changes.
Learn more: on.kff.org/3PRC1SZ
Learn more: on.kff.org/3PRC1SZ
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Great new work from @kff.org --
When asked about the consequences of losing Medicaid, a 55-year old Trump voter from Oklahoma said "For me it would, it would probably lead to death, and that’s kinda harshly speaking, but it’s the way that it would be."
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When asked about the consequences of losing Medicaid, a 55-year old Trump voter from Oklahoma said "For me it would, it would probably lead to death, and that’s kinda harshly speaking, but it’s the way that it would be."
www.kff.org/medicaid/rep...
February 25, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Great new work from @kff.org --
When asked about the consequences of losing Medicaid, a 55-year old Trump voter from Oklahoma said "For me it would, it would probably lead to death, and that’s kinda harshly speaking, but it’s the way that it would be."
www.kff.org/medicaid/rep...
When asked about the consequences of losing Medicaid, a 55-year old Trump voter from Oklahoma said "For me it would, it would probably lead to death, and that’s kinda harshly speaking, but it’s the way that it would be."
www.kff.org/medicaid/rep...
We asked Medicaid enrollees who had voted for Trump and Harris about their Medicaid coverage, views on govt’s role in health care, and the recent election. Participants were also asked for their reaction to current proposals to reduce federal spending on Medicaid and impose work requirements. (1/9)
@kff.org conducted focus groups with Medicaid enrollees who voted for Pres Trump and VP Harris. Despite differences in who they voted for in Nov 2024, participants had consistently favorable experiences with Medicaid and concerns with potential cuts to the program. www.kff.org/medicaid/rep...
The Debate Over Federal Medicaid Cuts: Perspectives of Medicaid Enrollees Who Voted for President Trump and Vice President Harris | KFF
The Republican-led Congress is considering plans to cut Medicaid to help pay for tax cuts, with the House budget resolution targeting $880 billion or more in potential reductions to federal Medicaid s...
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February 25, 2025 at 8:54 PM
We asked Medicaid enrollees who had voted for Trump and Harris about their Medicaid coverage, views on govt’s role in health care, and the recent election. Participants were also asked for their reaction to current proposals to reduce federal spending on Medicaid and impose work requirements. (1/9)
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The @KFF #Medicaid team has been busy - check out our round-up of recently released resources: connect.kff.org/medicaid-top...
medicaid topic roundup february 2025
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February 19, 2025 at 9:21 PM
The @KFF #Medicaid team has been busy - check out our round-up of recently released resources: connect.kff.org/medicaid-top...
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NEW @kff.org analysis finds a congressional proposal to eliminate the ACA Medicaid expansion could reduce total Medicaid spending by up to nearly one-fifth, or $1.9 trillion, over a 10-year period, and end Medicaid coverage for as many as 20 million people.
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
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Eliminating the Medicaid Expansion Federal Match Rate: State-by-State Estimates | KFF
This analysis examines the potential impacts on states and Medicaid enrollees of eliminating the 90% federal match rate for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) expansion. Eliminating the federal match rate ...
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February 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
NEW @kff.org analysis finds a congressional proposal to eliminate the ACA Medicaid expansion could reduce total Medicaid spending by up to nearly one-fifth, or $1.9 trillion, over a 10-year period, and end Medicaid coverage for as many as 20 million people.
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
www.kff.org/medicaid/iss...
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The 5 largest companies operating Medicaid managed care organizations — Centene, CVS Health, Elevance, Molina, and UnitedHealth — account for half of Medicaid MCO enrollment nationally.
A look at their recent enrollment and financial trends:
A look at their recent enrollment and financial trends:
A Look at Medicaid Enrollment and Finances of the Five Largest Medicaid Managed Care Plans | KFF
This brief examines enrollment and financial data through the end of September 2024 from quarterly company earnings reports and calls, financial filings, and other company materials as well as from na...
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February 4, 2025 at 7:38 PM
The 5 largest companies operating Medicaid managed care organizations — Centene, CVS Health, Elevance, Molina, and UnitedHealth — account for half of Medicaid MCO enrollment nationally.
A look at their recent enrollment and financial trends:
A look at their recent enrollment and financial trends:
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Our latest analysis outlines major Medicaid issues to watch in 2025.
Potential funding cuts, work requirements, and state budget challenges could impact millions of enrollees. Explore what’s ahead:
Potential funding cuts, work requirements, and state budget challenges could impact millions of enrollees. Explore what’s ahead:
Medicaid: What to Watch in 2025 | KFF
In 2025, many issues are at play that could affect Medicaid coverage, financing, and access to care.
on.kff.org
January 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Our latest analysis outlines major Medicaid issues to watch in 2025.
Potential funding cuts, work requirements, and state budget challenges could impact millions of enrollees. Explore what’s ahead:
Potential funding cuts, work requirements, and state budget challenges could impact millions of enrollees. Explore what’s ahead:
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New @kff.org poll:
What SHOULD be a top priority for Congress & Trump?
1. Price transparency (MOST popular)
2. Chemicals in food
3. Drug price negotiations
What SHOULD NOT be?
1. Medicaid cuts (LEAST popular)
2. Abortion limits
3. Less $ to schools w/vax mandates
www.kff.org/health-costs...
What SHOULD be a top priority for Congress & Trump?
1. Price transparency (MOST popular)
2. Chemicals in food
3. Drug price negotiations
What SHOULD NOT be?
1. Medicaid cuts (LEAST popular)
2. Abortion limits
3. Less $ to schools w/vax mandates
www.kff.org/health-costs...
KFF Health Tracking Poll: Public Weighs Health Care Spending and Other Priorities for Incoming Administration | KFF
With the incoming Trump administration and Republican-led Congress looking to ways to reduce federal spending, this Poll finds that the Medicare and Medicaid programs remain broadly popular, and more ...
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January 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
New @kff.org poll:
What SHOULD be a top priority for Congress & Trump?
1. Price transparency (MOST popular)
2. Chemicals in food
3. Drug price negotiations
What SHOULD NOT be?
1. Medicaid cuts (LEAST popular)
2. Abortion limits
3. Less $ to schools w/vax mandates
www.kff.org/health-costs...
What SHOULD be a top priority for Congress & Trump?
1. Price transparency (MOST popular)
2. Chemicals in food
3. Drug price negotiations
What SHOULD NOT be?
1. Medicaid cuts (LEAST popular)
2. Abortion limits
3. Less $ to schools w/vax mandates
www.kff.org/health-costs...