medical assistance
Coverage of medical assistance in the Nexus archive.
- Pa. Medicaid now covers abortion, but for how long? AG, pro-life groups wage an appeals fight
Pennsylvania Medicaid now covers abortion procedures as of July 16, following a court decision overturning the state's prior ban except for cases of rape, incest, or maternal endangerment. Pro-life groups and the state Attorney General are appealing the decision to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, arguing against using taxpayer funds for abortions.
- Pa. grapples with implementing Medicaid work requirements
Pennsylvania will implement Medicaid work requirements in 2027, requiring adults aged 19-64 without children under 14 to work, volunteer, or study 80 hours monthly to retain coverage. The state faces budget and staffing challenges, with 6,000 employees needing retraining and $50 million allocated for technology upgrades. Exceptions include individuals in foster care, those with substance use disorders, pregnant women, and veterans with 100% disability.