Montana introduces Medicaid work requirement ahead of federal deadline

Montana introduces Medicaid work requirement ahead of federal deadline

GREAT FALLS — Montana is preparing to implement new Medicaid requirements this summer, six months ahead of a federal deadline, raising questions about how the changes will affect patients, providers and the state’s health care system. Madison Collier reports – watch the video here: New Medicaid work requirements coming soon The Montana Department of Public … Read more

‘Abolish the backdoor’: Lawmakers accept work requirement for Idaho Medicaid expansion

Under a bill proposed by Gov. Brad Little, low-income residents receiving health coverage through the state's Medicaid expansion would have to prove they work or volunteer at least 80 hours a month.

Under a bill proposed by Gov. Brad Little, low-income residents receiving health coverage through the state’s Medicaid expansion would have to prove they work or volunteer at least 80 hours a month. Sarah A. Miller smiller@idahostatesman.com A proposed law to add a three-month employment verification for low-income residents seeking health care coverage through Idaho’s Medicaid … Read more