Medicaid: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
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Medicaid, a crucial program for low-income individuals, has seen millions losing coverage due to administrative chaos and procedural reasons. Issues like Medicaid fraud, overbilling by Managed Care Organizations, and illegal service denials highlight the challenges beneficiaries face, emphasizing the need for improvements in the program.
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The unwinding of Medicaid has led to a significant decrease in enrollment, with procedural issues causing many to lose coverage due to missing paperwork and eligibility checks after a relief bill expired.
Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) in Medicaid have faced allegations of overbilling and prioritizing profits over patient care, with fixed monthly payments incentivizing cost-cutting that results in denied services for beneficiaries, highlighting the need for improved oversight and accountability in the system.
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What is Medicaid?
Public insurance for low-income individuals in the US.