Advocates for Medically Fragile Kids NC
@fragilekidsnc.bsky.social
Advocates for Medically Fragile Kids NC (AFMFKNC) is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to advocate for the rights and needs of North Carolina's medically complex children and their families. https://fragilekidsnc.org/
This is a huge help to NC's medically fragile kids and their families!
This is because of NC’s Medical Debt Relief Incentive Program. Our Gov. Cooper has been working on getting hospital systems in NC to forgive medical debt. All eligible hospitals have now signed on. In return for forgiving debt, the hospitals are eligible for higher Medicaid reimbursements.
CMS Approves North Carolina’s Medical Debt Relief Incentive Program
PRESS RELEASE — Millions of low- and middle- income North Carolinians are one step closer to medical debt relief. The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved on Friday, July 26 ...
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March 5, 2025 at 1:07 AM
This is a huge help to NC's medically fragile kids and their families!
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Posting again for EMPHASIS. SO MANY JUST GOT MEDICAID COVERAGE IN NC LAST YEAR ONLY TO LOSE IT?
#ProtectMedicaid
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#ProtectMedicaid
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NC, 8 other states poised to end coverage for millions if Trump cuts Medicaid funding
More than 3 million adults in nine states would be at immediate risk of losing their health coverage should the GOP reduce the extra federal Medicaid funding that’s enabled states to widen eligibility...
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December 12, 2024 at 12:19 PM
Posting again for EMPHASIS. SO MANY JUST GOT MEDICAID COVERAGE IN NC LAST YEAR ONLY TO LOSE IT?
#ProtectMedicaid
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#ProtectMedicaid
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When looking at Medicaid cuts, are folks aware that 12 states would automatically or quickly throw folks in the expansion population out of the program if the enhanced match goes away? And not just little states either: AR, AZ, IA, ID, IL, IN, MT, NH, NC, UT, and VA.
January 15, 2025 at 2:40 PM
When looking at Medicaid cuts, are folks aware that 12 states would automatically or quickly throw folks in the expansion population out of the program if the enhanced match goes away? And not just little states either: AR, AZ, IA, ID, IL, IN, MT, NH, NC, UT, and VA.
“In North Carolina, 41.2% of all children rely on Medicaid for health coverage, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.
“Medicaid is not just a safety net,” Watson said. “It’s a lifeline.”
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“Medicaid is not just a safety net,” Watson said. “It’s a lifeline.”
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US, NC representatives blast GOP plan to slash Medicaid funding for North Carolina • NC Newsline
North Carolina Democratic lawmakers condemned a congressional Republican plan to cut $880 billion in funding from Medicaid
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March 5, 2025 at 1:05 AM
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T**mp federal funding freeze
North Carolina potential impacts
* Hurricane relief
* Medicaid (79% of our HHS budget comes from federal $)
* UNC, Duke and other uni's
* RTI and other do-good non-profits
* City buses
* School lunches
* Special ed
* Stop me anytime
#nc #northcarolina
North Carolina potential impacts
* Hurricane relief
* Medicaid (79% of our HHS budget comes from federal $)
* UNC, Duke and other uni's
* RTI and other do-good non-profits
* City buses
* School lunches
* Special ed
* Stop me anytime
#nc #northcarolina
January 29, 2025 at 2:51 PM
T**mp federal funding freeze
North Carolina potential impacts
* Hurricane relief
* Medicaid (79% of our HHS budget comes from federal $)
* UNC, Duke and other uni's
* RTI and other do-good non-profits
* City buses
* School lunches
* Special ed
* Stop me anytime
#nc #northcarolina
North Carolina potential impacts
* Hurricane relief
* Medicaid (79% of our HHS budget comes from federal $)
* UNC, Duke and other uni's
* RTI and other do-good non-profits
* City buses
* School lunches
* Special ed
* Stop me anytime
#nc #northcarolina
Help #ProtectNCfragile kids and thousands of others with disabilities of all ages! Call your Congressmen at 202-224-3121. Tell them not to cut #Medicaid because #MedicaidMatters!
Cuts to Medicaid wld "hurt rural NCians the most. Nearly 40% of NC beneficiaries live in rural counties, according to NC Health News, & hospitals in those areas depend heavily on Medicaid funding—likely leading to closures shld the program face significant cuts."
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As Congress considers cuts to Medicaid, North Carolina health panel warn of grave impacts • NC Newsline
A panel of health care experts, elected officials, and affected individuals warned of dire consequences should Congress cut Medicaid funding
ncnewsline.com
March 5, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Help #ProtectNCfragile kids and thousands of others with disabilities of all ages! Call your Congressmen at 202-224-3121. Tell them not to cut #Medicaid because #MedicaidMatters!
Thank you, @ncgovernor.bsky.social, for helping to #ProtectNCFragileKids and thousands of other people of all ages with disabilities. #MedicaidMatters
I am committed to doing everything in my power to protect Medicaid here in North Carolina. Three million North Carolinians use Medicaid to be healthy, and our entire health care system depends on its strength. We cannot go backward.
March 5, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Thank you, @ncgovernor.bsky.social, for helping to #ProtectNCFragileKids and thousands of other people of all ages with disabilities. #MedicaidMatters
Here's an easy way to let your Congressmen know: #MedicaidMatters to you! igniteadvocacy.com/go/stop-cuts...
Stop cuts to Medicaid
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March 5, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Here's an easy way to let your Congressmen know: #MedicaidMatters to you! igniteadvocacy.com/go/stop-cuts...
Here's an easy way to contact your Senators to let them know #MedicaidMatters! Edit & add your personal story if you want, but it's not required. This can also be used for any state, not just NC. Let's flood the offices with messages to let them know we support #Medicaid
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Stop cuts to Medicaid
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February 27, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Here's an easy way to contact your Senators to let them know #MedicaidMatters! Edit & add your personal story if you want, but it's not required. This can also be used for any state, not just NC. Let's flood the offices with messages to let them know we support #Medicaid
tinyurl.com/MedicaidSave...
tinyurl.com/MedicaidSave...
#MedicaidMatters to medically fragile kids and their families (and millions of other people too!)!!! Call your Congressmen TODAY! #ProtectMedicaid! Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
Right now, Congress is working to cut Medicaid funding. We need to call TODAY and tell them tell them #HandsOff Medicaid. Our lives depend on it. Here’s how:
UPDATED--Tell Your Legislators: Protect Medicaid! - Autistic Self Advocacy Network
Words to Know Budget Reconciliation– A way for Congress to pass some kinds of bills about funding faster. Budget Resolution– A plan for how Congress will spend federal money over the next few years.…
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February 25, 2025 at 4:58 PM
#MedicaidMatters to medically fragile kids and their families (and millions of other people too!)!!! Call your Congressmen TODAY! #ProtectMedicaid! Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
Attention North Carolinians! Watch this video to better understand how #Medicaid works in NC & how any federal cuts will impact our state, including medically fragile kids! youtu.be/cYfPKesaoXg?... Call your federal legislators & tell them to #ProtectMedicaid! U.S. Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
NC Medicaid Funding Discussion - 2.13.25
YouTube video by Advocates for Medically Fragile Kids NC
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February 20, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Attention North Carolinians! Watch this video to better understand how #Medicaid works in NC & how any federal cuts will impact our state, including medically fragile kids! youtu.be/cYfPKesaoXg?... Call your federal legislators & tell them to #ProtectMedicaid! U.S. Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
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Republicans in Congress have suggested big cuts to Medicaid, the state-federal health insurance program for people with low incomes or disabilities. The complex, multifaceted program touches millions of Americans. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
Republicans Are Eyeing Cuts to Medicaid. What’s Medicaid, Again? - KFF Health News
Republicans in Congress have suggested big cuts to Medicaid, the state-federal health insurance program for people with low incomes or disabilities. The complex, multifaceted program touches millions of Americans and has become deeply woven into state budgets and the U.S. health care system.
kffhealthnews.org
February 19, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Republicans in Congress have suggested big cuts to Medicaid, the state-federal health insurance program for people with low incomes or disabilities. The complex, multifaceted program touches millions of Americans. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
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As Congress considers very large cuts to Medicaid did you know that ten percent of children in active duty military families who are covered by TriCare are also covered by Medicaid?
#LearnAboutMedicaid
#LearnAboutMedicaid
February 19, 2025 at 11:17 PM
As Congress considers very large cuts to Medicaid did you know that ten percent of children in active duty military families who are covered by TriCare are also covered by Medicaid?
#LearnAboutMedicaid
#LearnAboutMedicaid
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Republicans are pushing again for Medicaid work requirements, pretending it’s about “personal responsibility.” But work requirements aren’t about jobs—they’re about kicking people off healthcare without having to say that outright. 🧵
Republicans consider cuts and work requirements for Medicaid, jeopardizing care for millions
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage for some of the 80 million U.S. adults and children enrolled in the safety net program.
apnews.com
February 19, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Republicans are pushing again for Medicaid work requirements, pretending it’s about “personal responsibility.” But work requirements aren’t about jobs—they’re about kicking people off healthcare without having to say that outright. 🧵
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Funding reductions proposed by Congress threaten hospitals, children’s health and local economies.
Jaymie Baxley reports ⤵️
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Jaymie Baxley reports ⤵️
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Rural North Carolina counties would suffer most from Medicaid cuts
Funding reductions proposed by Congress threaten hospitals, children’s health and local economies in rural communities.
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February 17, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Funding reductions proposed by Congress threaten hospitals, children’s health and local economies.
Jaymie Baxley reports ⤵️
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Jaymie Baxley reports ⤵️
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Action Alert: Help Save Section 504
In 2024, 17 states filed suit to get rid of 504.
If you live in one of the states that is bringing the case, contact your state AG using our Advocacy & Action Center.
If not, you can ask your state AG to submit an amicus brief.
Read more: bit.ly/4aXB59k
In 2024, 17 states filed suit to get rid of 504.
If you live in one of the states that is bringing the case, contact your state AG using our Advocacy & Action Center.
If not, you can ask your state AG to submit an amicus brief.
Read more: bit.ly/4aXB59k
February 12, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Action Alert: Help Save Section 504
In 2024, 17 states filed suit to get rid of 504.
If you live in one of the states that is bringing the case, contact your state AG using our Advocacy & Action Center.
If not, you can ask your state AG to submit an amicus brief.
Read more: bit.ly/4aXB59k
In 2024, 17 states filed suit to get rid of 504.
If you live in one of the states that is bringing the case, contact your state AG using our Advocacy & Action Center.
If not, you can ask your state AG to submit an amicus brief.
Read more: bit.ly/4aXB59k
Americans didn’t vote to take away healthcare from medically fragile kids to fund tax cuts for billionaires and millionaires! Call 866-426-2631 and tell Congress NOT to cut Medicaid. #ProtectMedicaid #SaveMedicaid
February 20, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Americans didn’t vote to take away healthcare from medically fragile kids to fund tax cuts for billionaires and millionaires! Call 866-426-2631 and tell Congress NOT to cut Medicaid. #ProtectMedicaid #SaveMedicaid