The ADA, alongside more than 70 organizations, is urging congressional leaders to protect and preserve the Medicaid program.
The Association joined a letter led by FamiliesUSA, a consumer health advocacy organization, that highlights the critical role the program plays in ensuring access to oral health care and how potential funding cuts could negatively impact millions of Americans, state economies and the broader health care system.
The March 13 letter said Medicaid is a foundational source of affordable access to health care and a key driver of economic security for millions of U.S. families. The program ensures access to health care for nearly 80 million Americans, including children, families, older adults, individuals with disabilities and low-wage workers. It is also widely supported, with 74% of voters favoring better oral health access in Medicaid, the letter noted.
Source: ADA joins broad coalition urging Congress to protect Medicaid / ADA News