Transitions 2005
Transitions is a video that explores some of the issues and challenges “dual eligibles” may face during the transition from Medicaid drug coverage to Medicare.
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Implications of the Medicare Modernization Act for States: Observations from a Focus Group Discussion with Medicaid Director – Report
ReportImplications of The Medicare Modernization Act For States: Observations from a Focus Group Discussion with Medicaid Directors This report summarizes a discussion with a group of state Medicaid officials about the impact of the Medicare prescription drug benefit on state Medicaid programs. Report (.pdf)
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What Has Caused the Growth in Medicaid Spending in Recent Years?
Event Date:EventA new study published in Health Affairs explains what caused Medicaid spending to rise from 2000-2003 and confirms the role Medicaid played in covering people during the recent economic downturn, and that Medicaid per enrollee spending grew at a slower rate than private insurance spending. The Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured and Health Affairs cosponsored a briefing to discuss the findings of the study. News Release Understanding the Recent Growth in Medicaid Spending,…
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The New Medicare Prescription Drug Law: Issue for Enrolling Dual Eligibles into Drug Plans – Issue Paper
Issue BriefThe New Medicare Prescription Drug Law: Issues for Enrolling Dual Eligibles into Drug Plans This report describes the characteristics of dual eligibles and then discussess four key elements of the transition of their drug coverage to Medicare. Issue Paper (.pdf)
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The Implications of the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit for Dual Eligibles
Other PostThree new reports focus on one of the biggest challenges in the implementation of the Medicare Modernization Act, the transitioning of drug coverage for individuals dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare, who now get their drug coverage from Medicaid, to the new Medicare benefit. The New Medicare Prescription Drug Law: Issues for Enrolling Dual Eligibles into Drug Plans Medicare's New Prescription Drug Benefit: The Voices of People Dually Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Implications of…
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Medicaid Section 1115 Waivers: Current Issues
Fact SheetThis fact sheet provides a brief introduction to Section 1115 waivers in the Medicaid program and highlights policy issues related to recent waiver activity. Fact Sheet (.pdf)
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Medicaid: Issues In Restructuring Federal Financing
Issue BriefMedicaid: Issues In Restructuring Federal Financing This brief analysis summarizes how the possible restructuring of Medicaid financing could impact states, providers, and beneficiaries. Issue Brief (.pdf)
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The Impact of Medicaid Reductions in Oregon: Focus Group Insights
ReportThe Impact of Medicaid Reductions in Oregon: Focus Group Insights Oregon is one state that has significantly restructured its Medicaid program, known as the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), in response to budget pressures. As part of these changes, it has implemented significant benefit reductions and increased premiums and cost sharing in it’s program for poor parents and other adults. This report presents findings from five focus groups conducted of current and former enrollees in Oregon’s…
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Health Insurance Coverage in America: 2003 Data Update
ReportHealth Insurance Coverage in America: 2003 Data Update This chartbook provides 2003 data on health insurance coverage, with special attention to the uninsured. It includes trends and major shifts in coverage and a profile of the uninsured population. Chartbook (.pdf)
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State Fiscal Conditions and Medicaid – UPDATE
Fact SheetState Fiscal Conditions and Medicaid This fact sheet updates the current fiscal situation facing states, the impact the recent downturn in the economy had on Medicaid growth, and the cost containment actions being taken by states to curb Medicaid spending. Fact Sheet (.pdf)