Hoping for Economic Recovery, Preparing for Health Reform: A Look at Medicaid Spending, Coverage and Policy Trends

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Article Publication Date: 
9/1/2010
Summary: 
For the tenth consecutive year, a survey of Medicaid officials in all 50 states and DC was conducted to track trends in Medicaid spending, enrollment and policy initiatives. Findings are presented for FYs 2010 and 2011. As states grapple with historically difficult budget conditions, they must also plan for the implementation of the ACA. Review this report including background on the Medicaid program, as well as current issues the program faces.
Article Author: 
Smith, Vernon K.; Gifford, Kathleen; Ellis, Eileen; Rudowitz, Robin; Snyder, Laura
Topics: 
Medicaid
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Populations: 
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Health Management Associates
Programs/Initiatives: 
Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Legislative Action; health reform; PPACA; ARRA; American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009; Federal Medical Assistance Percentage; FMAP; Fiscal Conditions; Spending Growth; Delivery System Changes; Quality Initiatives; Medicaid Directors; recession

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