Douglas Robinson+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is talking about major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a spreadsheet—real families and their doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors are way more likely to treat Medicaid patients, so their clinics (and the communities they serve) would get hit the hardest. Think: less access to care, more ER visits, and bigger health gaps. One doctor said losing Medicaid is like losing a lifeline for entire families. The ripple effect? It could impact everyone, even those with private insurance. #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyMatters #Health172Share
edwardspeter+FollowMedicaid Cuts = Major Community ImpactMedicaid cuts aren’t just numbers—they hit real families, especially in Black and Latino communities. Docs who look like their patients and speak their language are already rare, and these cuts could force clinics to close or scale back. That means less access to care, more ER visits, and even more health disparities. It’s not just about insurance—it’s about trust, prevention, and keeping whole communities healthy. The ripple effect? Everyone feels it, not just Medicaid patients. #MedicaidMatters #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #HealthcareAccess #Health3235Share
james60+FollowRural Moms Facing Fewer Birth Options?Rural hospitals might stop offering labor and delivery care, which means expectant moms could have to travel even farther for help. A new study says this could make things riskier for moms and babies in small towns. This is a big deal for anyone who cares about healthcare access! #RuralHealth #MaternalCare #HealthcareAccess #WomensHealth #Health50Share
opowell+Follow"Wait, We Spend HOW MUCH on Healthcare?!" The Truth RevealedAmerican healthcare costs are skyrocketing, and the data paints a concerning picture when compared globally: 1. Rural hospitals face significant financial challenges, with 44% reporting negative operating margins in 2023, despite special payment designations supporting 96% of them. 2. Medicare covers a larger share of hospital discharges in rural vs. urban areas (53% vs. 45%), while Medicaid finances nearly half (47%) of all rural births. 3. The financial health of rural hospitals is particularly concerning as Congress considers reducing federal Medicaid spending by up to $880 billion over the next decade. 4. States that adopted ACA Medicaid expansion show improved hospital finances - only 41% of rural hospitals in expansion states had negative margins compared to 50% in non-expansion states. 5. From 2017-2024, rural America lost a net 52 hospitals, with closures (62) far outpacing openings (10), threatening both healthcare access and local economies. The sustainability of our healthcare system demands urgent attention as policymakers weigh difficult budget decisions. #healthcare #ruralhospitals #medicaid #medicareexpansion #healthpolicy #healthcareaccess #medicaidcuts30Share
jporter+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is eyeing major Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a page—real families and doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors, who already make up a small slice of U.S. physicians, are way more likely to treat Medicaid patients. If these cuts go through, clinics serving communities of color could lose funding, making it even harder for people to get care. Imagine more ER visits, fewer checkups, and a bigger health gap. This isn’t just about insurance—it’s about people’s lives. #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyMatters #Health358Share
Terry Brown+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkJust found out Medicaid cuts could seriously hurt Black and Latino doctors and their patients. These docs are already more likely to serve Medicaid patients, and losing funding means fewer clinics, less preventive care, and even longer ER waits for everyone. One LA doctor said Medicaid isn’t just insurance—it’s a lifeline. If these cuts go through, it could widen health gaps and make it way harder for families to get the care they need. Wild how one policy change can ripple through whole communities! #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PolicyImpact #Health4310Share
rbarnes+FollowFree Parking at Hospitals—Yay or Nay?Every time I visit the hospital, the parking fees just add to the stress. I feel like healthcare should be accessible, and that includes not worrying about extra costs like parking. Wouldn't free parking make things a bit easier for patients and families? Curious what others think! #HospitalParking #HealthcareAccess #Discussion #Health #BodyHealth125Share
