Oral Health in Washington
By third grade nearly 6 out of 10 children in Washington State suffer from tooth decay. While less statewide data currently exists for seniors, less than one-quarter of Medicaid-insured adults over the age of 55 received dental care in 2015. Both of these statistics point to the urgent need for advocates and policymakers in Washington to work together to promote prevention and improve oral health.
2015 Report: Washington State Apple Health Dental Program Facts and Figures FY 2008 – FY 2014. The report provides a comprehensive look at six-year trends in dental utilization, services received, and costs for Apple Health-insured children and adults in Washington State.
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Medicaid cuts won't only affect lower-income patients. Health experts say many privately-insured patients will experience reduced services, higher healthcare spending as costs shift onto the remaining private insurance system, and reduced access to care as hospitals and clinics face cuts and ...closure due to financial instability from decreased revenue and an uptick in uncompensated care. #MedicaidMatters #SaveMedicaid #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
Medicaid cuts won't only affect lower-income patients. Health experts say many privately-insured patients will experience reduced services, higher healthcare spending as costs shift onto the remaining private insurance system, and reduced access to care as hospitals and clinics face cuts and ...closure due to financial instability from decreased revenue and an uptick in uncompensated care. #MedicaidMatters #SaveMedicaid #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
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Medicaid's impact extends beyond providing healthcare for lower-income families and individuals. Medicaid contributes to a healthier and more stable society that benefits everyone, including those with private insurance, through reduced uncompensated care, improved public health, economic ...development, and enhanced financial security. #teethmatter #SaveMedicaid
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Medicaid's impact extends beyond providing healthcare for lower-income families and individuals. Medicaid contributes to a healthier and more stable society that benefits everyone, including those with private insurance, through reduced uncompensated care, improved public health, economic ...development, and enhanced financial security. #teethmatter #SaveMedicaid