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Relaxing Medicaid Maintenance Requirements Would Create Barrier to Coverage for Patients with Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Stroke

... on Congress to oppose the State Flexibility Act, a bill that would reverse current law and allow states to tighten Medicaid eligibility before health benefit exchanges are created in 2014.  The “Maintenance of Effort” (MOE) provision was first included in the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act and renewed in the Affordable Care Act to prevent states from scaling back coverage for some of the sickest Americans before other coverage options became available. A statement ... with chronic diseases as a way to offset a strained budget is a short-sighted approach that will lead to a sicker population and greater health care costs in the future. On behalf of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke patients across the country, we call on lawmakers to ...

Medicaid Work Requirements Likely to Impact Cancer Patients

... Bill 695 imposes work requirements and additional reporting requirements for Medicaid recipients, creating unnecessary red tape and loss of health coverage for Kentuckians.   “Thousands of Kentuckians have cancer. For many of them, Medicaid makes it possible to get the care they need to fight the disease. It covers cancer screenings, diagnostic tests, treatments, surgeries, prescription medications and follow-up ... that people impacted by cancer are 'exempt' from work reporting requirements in House Bill 695, the administrative complexity of verifying health or work status can and will lead to loss of health coverage – even among those who are in compliance with these policies. “House Bill ...

Despite Momentum, Medicaid Expansion Fails to Clear Budget Hurdles in Wyoming

... working with our partners to resume this important work during the 2023 legislative session. "Increasing access to Medicaid is a proven public health policy that saves lives, as well as saves health care and taxpayer dollars – and it’s also incredibly popular with Wyoming voters. In fact, a poll released last year by ACS CAN, American Heart ...

Kansas Falls Short on Medicaid Access, Cancer-Fighting Public Policies

... Cancer Incidence and Mortality, Kansas failed to measure up to policy recommendations in helping cancer patients access adequate, affordable health care coverage. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network released the report today.   Under current law, states have the option to provide people access to comprehensive health care coverage through their state’s Medicaid program. The 17 th edition of the report reveals that 15 states, including Kansas, continue ...

Cancer Advocates Applaud Medicaid Funding in Governor’s Budget

... “As an organization dedicated to reducing suffering and death from cancer, ACS CAN is pleased to see the governor prioritizing access to health insurance coverage and public health in his proposed budget. Today, the governor honored the will of Missourians by including funding to implement Medicaid expansion.  “In ... the funding and implement this life-changing and lifesaving program.  “The expansion of MO Healthnet will help improve access to primary care, preventive services, diagnostic testing and cancer treatment care which will help reduce the burden of cancer and address health disparities. ...

New Report Shows Significant Opportunities Remain for States to Pass Policies to Save Lives and Money from Cancer

... state policies, indicates that as the nation is looking toward more state-driven solutions to address chronic disease prevention and access to health coverage, many states are actually falling behind in this area. “State lawmakers are in a unique position with proven opportunities at ... patients. By passing the proven policies laid out in this report, state lawmakers will not only be saving lives, they’ll be reducing long-term health care costs that can be reinvested back into state economies.” This 15 th edition of How Do You Measure Up? grades states in nine specific areas ...

Cancer Advocates Convene at State House Ahead of Senate Medicaid Vote

... providers and other gathered the State House to urge New Hampshire lawmakers to vote in support SB 263, reauthorizing the Granite Advantage Health Care Program. Today’s event was part of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) annual Cancer Action Day. Tomorrow, the ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as ...

Cancer Advocates Convene at State House Ahead of Senate Medicaid Vote

... providers and other gathered the State House to urge New Hampshire lawmakers to vote in support SB 263, reauthorizing the Granite Advantage Health Care Program. Today’s event was part of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) annual Cancer Action Day. Tomorrow, the ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as ...

Wisconsin Legislative Session Ends with Wins in the Fight Against Cancer

... of tireless efforts and to the legislature for their bipartisan work to pass bills that improve access, early detection, and cancer care.   “With the passage of Gail’s Law, more women in Wisconsin will no longer face barriers to access life-saving supplemental ... 49th state to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months. Comprehensive and uninterrupted postpartum care will help avoid preventable health complications and promote a healthy future for both mother and baby.  “Legislators play a key role in reducing the burden of ... 2026, our work is far from over. Much remains to be done when it comes to tobacco control and expanding access to quality, affordable health care. ACS CAN, our volunteers and our board members will continue to share our stories, engage in conversations and educate lawmakers ...

ACS CAN Premieres New Documentary Filmed in Kansas

... 23, 2019 – Today, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network will premiere a new documentary titled “Critical Condition: Stories of Health in the Heartland” at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park. The short film follows the stories of individuals, families and health care professionals across Kansas as they strive to take care of themselves, their families and their communities. The documentary was produced by ...

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