Dr. John Gibbons, a pediatric dentist who operates a practice in Silverdale and Tacoma, worked with state legislators this session to introduce a bill that expands the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry program. State Senate Bill 6549 was signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on March 21.
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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
3 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
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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
4 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