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Implications of Health Systems Losing their Non-Profit Status

Emerging RN Leader

Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Health systems are facing serious headwinds this year with potential cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and the federal subsidy of health exchanges. A declining economy also threatens the jobs of a significant number of workers in the US and, with it, their health insurance.

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The Real Cost of Medicaid Cuts: Hospitals Could Close, Nurses Burn Out, Warns ANA President

Daily Nurse

trillion, with $930 billion in Medicaid cuts and 11.8 Passage of this bill is a devastating blow to millions of Americans who rely on Medicaid.” Why It Matters: Medicaid Cuts Have Real-World Consequences Nurses witness firsthand the role Medicaid plays in keeping families, seniors, children, and rural communities healthy and supported.

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Medicaid matters

American Nurse

This essential public good I’m referring to is Medicaid. The full House passed its version of the bill in May 2025 with more than $620 billion in Medicaid cuts that would reduce enrollment by over 10 million. Medicaid accounts for about half of spending on long-term care and approximately 19% of hospital revenue.

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Medicaid Matters – Reader Response

American Nurse

In response to: Medicaid Matters Dear Editor, I write in strong support of Jennifer Mensik Kennedy’s column “Medicaid Matters” (July 1, 2025), which soundly called for nurses to advocate for those impacted by legislative cuts to Medicaid funding. In these turbulent times, nurse advocacy isn’t optional, it’s essential.

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Budget Cuts Threaten to Deepen Nursing Crisis and Undermine U.S. Healthcare System

Daily Nurse

healthcare system continues to grapple with a historic nursing shortage, the proposed FY 2026 federal budget threatens to accelerate the crisis through sweeping cuts to nursing education, research, and Medicaid support—posing profound implications for workforce sustainability, patient access, and innovation. As the U.S.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Thank you NASN & the 64 Organizations of the Medicaid in Schools Coalition!

The Relentless School Nurse

Sharing an important letter (linked here), signed by the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) along with 64 organizations and allies of the Medicaid in Schools Coalition. It was submitted to Congress on February 17, 2025, as an urgent appeal to our lawmakers to protect Medicaid from the proposed cuts.

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Medicaid Eligibility for Seniors: Key Requirements and Tips for Qualifying

Elder Care Matters

Understand Medicaid eligibility for seniors, including income limits, asset rules, and strategies to qualify while protecting savings. The post Medicaid Eligibility for Seniors: Key Requirements and Tips for Qualifying appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.