What the GOP’s $1 trillion Medicaid cuts could mean for healthcare

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• Hospitals are paid for treating Medicaid patients, though less than for those with private insurance or Medicare. 12s
• If people lose Medicaid coverage, hospitals must still treat them but may not be compensated. 23s
• Hospitals serving large Medicaid populations, including urban and rural facilities, could face financial strain or closure. 36s
• There is debate over whether the proposed changes are true cuts or just slower growth in Medicaid spending. 49s
• Even if Medicaid spending grows, it may not keep up with healthcare costs or patient numbers, potentially reducing coverage and hospital funding. 1m 7s