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The COVID-19 downturn triggers jump in Medicaid enrollment

from Kaiser Health News

The COVID-19 downturn triggers jump in Medicaid enrollment Kaiser Health News Reversing a three-year decline, the number of people covered by Medicaid nationwide rose markedly this spring as the impact of the recession caused by the outbreak of COVID-19 began to take hold. Yet, the growth in participation in the state-federal health insurance program for low-income people was less than many analysts predicted. One possible factor tempering enrollment: People with concerns about catching the coronavirus avoided seeking care and figured they didn't need the coverage. READ MORE

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