Republican efforts to restrict taxes on hospitals, health plans, and other providers that states use to help fund their Medicaid programs could strip them of tens of billions of dollars.

California Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom has expressed concern for the privacy of immigrants in his state, following reports that the Trump administration has shared Medicaid data with immigration officials.

Hospitals, physician groups, and nursing homes across 15 states will receive billions of dollars in extra Medicaid funding this year thanks to federal health care officials signing off on new agreements.

Louisiana lawmakers pass resolution asking Congress to halt Medicaid cuts and collaborate with states on responsible reform strategies.

Starting in July, thousands of Kentucky families must again renew Medicaid — a process that could leave some without necessary insurance coverage.

Rural hospitals are sounding the alarm over proposed healthcare cuts in President Donald Trump's sweeping tax-cut and spending package, warning the changes could force them to scale back services or close their doors.

The Rev. William Barber II, a nationally known civil rights activist from North Carolina, has faced recent arrests for protesting legislation. Luciana Perez Uribe Guinassi reports the anti-poverty advocate has challenged proposed cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs, like SNAP.

Josh Archambault’s June 6 op-ed (“Medicaid spending in Mass. has nearly quadrupled in the past 20 years. It needs reform.”) relies extensively on the anecdotal evidence of his friend “J.D.” to promote the myth of the “workless” Medicaid ...