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Michael Berman
Coverage of Michael Berman in the Nexus archive.
- Pa. advocates fear Medicaid cuts, work requirements could impact those with serious illnesses, mental health issues
Pennsylvania advocates warn that new Medicaid work requirements, set to take effect in January, could disproportionately impact individuals with mental health issues, substance use disorders, and serious illnesses. Initial estimates suggested over 300,000 residents might lose coverage, but advocates now fear the actual impact could be worse due to new exemption hurdles for vulnerable populations.