In March 2023 a policy implemented at the start of the COVID19 public health emergency, which kept Minnesotans’ health coverage… Continue reading Medicaid renewal deadline for first group extended to August 1
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Governor Walz releases FY 2024-25 budget priorities
The Walz administration’s recently released budget proposal names as their priorities making Minnesota the best state for children, investing in… Continue reading Governor Walz releases FY 2024-25 budget priorities
New data confirm states need more federal Medicaid support
What does a global pandemic plus a severe economic recession equal? More people who need affordable health care. We’re seeing data… Continue reading New data confirm states need more federal Medicaid support
Special session victory: common-sense approaches reduce barriers during pandemic
Common-sense measures to remove barriers to health care, food support, and other needed services will continue, thanks to legislation passed in the June special legislative session.
New data tool allows everyone to find local data about impact of health care, provider tax
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) rolled out powerful new web-based tools chock-full of data about health care. The… Continue reading New data tool allows everyone to find local data about impact of health care, provider tax
Documentation requirements didn’t work in food assistance; let’s not make the same mistake twice
Minnesota has the opportunity to learn from its mistakes. Currently, Minnesota’s Legislature is considering new documentation requirements in Medical Assistance,… Continue reading Documentation requirements didn’t work in food assistance; let’s not make the same mistake twice
Health Care Financing Task Force is an opportunity for Minnesota to move toward health care for all
The newly-minted Health Care Financing Task Force has an opportunity to outline a path where no Minnesotan has to forgo medical care… Continue reading Health Care Financing Task Force is an opportunity for Minnesota to move toward health care for all