Medicaid Stories

Stephanie was just 30 years old when she found a lump in her breast. Because of Medicaid, she was able to get the treatments she needed to survive the disease. 

When Tiffani moved from Alabama to Michigan, she suddenly had the health insurance she needed. Because Michigan expanded its Medicaid program, students like Tiffani are able to access health care coverage. 

Jett was born with loringa melasia, which can make it difficult for him to breathe, and has required many long drives to medical appointments in Birmingham. Without Medicaid, Jett’s parents don’t know how they would have kept Jett healthy. 

Fancie is a smart, creative and adventurous 11-year-old, who is also allergic to bees and has severe asthma. Thankfully Fancie has Medicaid and gets the care she needs so she can enjoy being a kid.

Stephanie is a registered nurse at the Kinston Community Health Center. She sees every day the difference that having health insurance can make for someone who needs specialty care.

Cristy had congestive heart failure. Even though she was working full time, she wasn’t offered health insurance through her job, and she made too much to qualify for Medicaid.  Because she couldn’t get the treatment she needed, Christy died of a heart attack at just 36 years old; leaving behind three young children. 

Ryan was born with a genetic disorder called CHARGE syndrome. The complex and rare syndrome requires significant medical care, and the family’s private insurance couldn’t cover it all. Fortunately, Ryan is eligible for Medicaid as a supplemental insurance plan, enabling him to get the care he needs to thrive.

Linda adopted Brianna from foster care when she was just 7 weeks old. As a former foster child, Brianna had Medicaid, which was a lifesaver for the family when she was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.

Brandon, a physician assistant, sees people in an urgent care clinic who must choose between paying for their medication or paying for rent.