Rachel Nuzum
raenuzum.bsky.social
Rachel Nuzum
@raenuzum.bsky.social
SVP, Policy, Commonwealth Fund
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I've created a shareable document with a list of the HHS offices gutted today that I'll be updating as often as possible. Have something to add? Message marisakabas.04 on Signal or email MKwrites4000@proton.me
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
April 1, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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RFK Jr.: Medicaid is not working.

Fact check: 83% of Medicaid enrollees rate the overall performance of Medicaid positively, and Medicaid enrollees report fewer cost-related problems relative to those with Marketplace coverage and ESI.
January 29, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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In rural America, Medicaid is more than health insurance—it’s a bridge to care and stability for millions.

To get a better sense of the role #Medicaid plays in rural communities—and the stakes if funding is cut--see this piece by @joanalker1.bsky.social and @edwincpark.bsky.social.
Medicaid’s Role in Small Towns and Rural Areas
Key Findings Non-elderly adults and children in small towns and rural areas are more likely than those living in metro areas to rely on Medicaid/CHIP for their health insurance. As a consequence, r…
ccf.georgetown.edu
January 24, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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You might know that every year, 72 million Americans get health insurance and health care thanks to #Medicaid.

But most Americans don’t know this.

Please take a moment to watch our short video explaining how the Medicaid works & who it helps, and please consider sharing it with your people!
What Is Medicaid?
YouTube video by The Commonwealth Fund
www.youtube.com
January 24, 2025 at 8:06 PM
This. Despite the OMB Q&A specifiying that mandatory programs like Medicaid will 'continue without pause.'
January 28, 2025 at 8:08 PM