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Affordability, Medicaid, Public Option, Resources

Playbook Launched to Help States Explore Medicaid Buy-In to Bring More Affordability and Stability to Health Care

Today, USofCare launched MedicaidBuyIn.com and a Medicaid Buy-in Playbook. Informed by conversations with lawmakers and advocates, these the website and playbook aim to support states as they undertake efforts to increase access to affordable health care through Medicaid buy-in. United States of Care is also supporting state efforts to explore Medicaid buy-in through on-the-ground engagement, strategic consultation and public opinion research.

February 20, 2019

Medicaid, New Mexico, Press Release, State Efforts

USofCare Applauds the Passage of New Mexico’s Medicaid Buy-in Act Out of Committee

United States of Care applauds the passage of the Medicaid Buy-in Act in the New Mexico state legislature. The bill would begin to implement the first-in-the-nation public buy-in option. It would expand coverage to tens of thousands while offering a new option to consumers, reducing health care costs. Medicaid buy-in proposals are important first steps toward the goal of getting every American access to quality, affordable health care.

February 15, 2019

Medicaid, News & Updates, Public Option, State Efforts

Pew Trusts: Medicaid ‘Buy-In’ Could Be a New Health Care Option for the Uninsured

Medicaid buy-in might be an appealing and affordable option, and it could even spur competition that could lower prices for everybody. At least 10 states are exploring this option, with some having concerns. Many questions about Medicaid Buy-in also remain unanswered. Read this article from Pew to learn more about the conversation around Medicaid Buy-in.

February 8, 2019

Medicaid, Press Release, Public Option, Research

Polling Shows Medicaid Buy-in Has Capacity to Cross Political Healthcare Divide

Most Americans support Medicaid Buy-in proposals for more affordable health care, regardless of party affiliation. Our research in New Mexico and nationally shows health care costs and access are among the public’s top concerns. A buy-in would allow individuals who are not currently eligible for Medicaid to purchase state-sponsored coverage similar to Medicaid. Read the complete polling memo for more.

January 29, 2019

Medicaid, Public Option, Research, Resources

Medicaid Buy-in: Crossing Healthcare’s Political Divide

Medicaid Buy-in could help bridge the political divide in health care and provide predictability and security. Our polling memo summarizes research and reveals that people support Medicaid Buy-In, which is currently not a politicized issue. As the cost of health care continues to be a driving concern for voters, Medicaid Buy-in could offer an effective solution.

January 29, 2019

Medicaid, Public Option, Resources, State Efforts

Medicaid Buy-In: State of Play

As states look for opportunities to control insurance costs, stabilize their insurance markets and provide consumers with more options, Medicaid Buy-in is emerging as a potential solution under consideration in many states. Medicaid Buy-in is generating excitement from both consumer groups and state governments interested in improving health insurance affordability and choice. Fourteen states are in various stages of exploring Medicaid Buy-in, and each state’s approach will likely be designed differently to meet the state’s unique needs.

November 29, 2018

Medicaid, News & Updates, State Efforts

USofCare Applauds Passage of Medicaid Expansion Ballot Initiatives

With the passing of Prop. 2 in Idaho, Initiative 427 in Nebraska and Prop 3 in Utah, these three states become the most recent to join the list of states who have expanded Medicaid. The passage of these initiatives shows that when politicians fail to act, the people will. Now that the people have spoken, leaders in these states should move as quickly as possible to implement these expansions so people can get the care they need.

November 8, 2018