Getting to the Finish Line
States working to cover all of America's children and families through public and private coverage initiatives.
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Whats New at CCF
(9/5/08)
Alaska: Facts and Recent Activity
(9/5/08)
CCF Responds to Rhode Island's Waiver Proposal
The Rhode Island waiver proposal would give the state broad authority to restructure Medicaid in exchange for capping program spending for the next five years. The waiver represents a radical and risky departure from the way Medicaid currently operates. CCF has examined the waiver and its potential impact, both for the future of the state’s budget, as well as for the health of the hundreds of thousands of residents who depend on the program.
Testimony by Joan Alker to Rhode Island Legislature • RI Seeks Limits on Medicaid Spending, Washington Post, September 5, 2008
(8/7/08)
West Virginia's Medicaid Redesign: What is the Impact on Children? • Press Release • Editorial: Medicaid - Get Solid Facts, Charleston Gazette, August 24, 2008
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CCF Provides Details on Child and Family Coverage in Alaska
Following the nomination of Governor Sarah Palin as the Republican Vice Presidential candidate, increased attention has been directed towards her home state of Alaska. The Center for Children and Families has compiled state data pertaining to the number of uninsured, eligibility for public programs, and recent state activity to cover children and families.Alaska: Facts and Recent Activity
(9/5/08)
CCF Responds to Rhode Island's Waiver Proposal
The Rhode Island waiver proposal would give the state broad authority to restructure Medicaid in exchange for capping program spending for the next five years. The waiver represents a radical and risky departure from the way Medicaid currently operates. CCF has examined the waiver and its potential impact, both for the future of the state’s budget, as well as for the health of the hundreds of thousands of residents who depend on the program. Testimony by Joan Alker to Rhode Island Legislature • RI Seeks Limits on Medicaid Spending, Washington Post, September 5, 2008
(8/7/08)
Medicaid Changes in West Virginia Limit Benefits for Children
Medicaid beneficiaries in WV who complete and return a Member Agreement are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, while those who do not are automatically enrolled in a scaled-back plan. This report shows that, as a result, more than 93% of WV children in Medicaid have faced health benefit restrictions.West Virginia's Medicaid Redesign: What is the Impact on Children? • Press Release • Editorial: Medicaid - Get Solid Facts, Charleston Gazette, August 24, 2008
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Strengthening Medicaid
Fresh approaches to bring a new voice to the public debate about improving the Medicaid program.
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SCHIP: Too Close to Turn Back
Resources to assist those working on issues impacting SCHIP, including reauthorization efforts.
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