On the last day of bill introductions in the Nebraska Legislature, Lincoln State Senator Kathy Campbell introduced a bill that would expand Medicaid coverage to those who do not currently meet the guidelines but can't afford health insurance
On the last day of bill introductions in the Nebraska Legislature, Lincoln State Senator Kathy Campbell introduced a bill that would expand Medicaid coverage to those who do not currently meet the guidelines but can't afford health insurance.
Kathy Campbell, State Senator, Lincoln; "this level."
Senator Campbell says by expanding Medicaid, the program would cover 54-thousand currently uninsured Nebraskans and would save 500 lives by having the option of early and preventative care. She says they crunched the numbers and says it is cost effective to provide the Medicaid coverage as those with insurance are already picking up the tab for their care as well with higher premiums. This would also save the state millions by eliminating assistance programs.
Lincoln State Senator Kathy Campbell wants to expand Medicaid coverage to thousands of Nebraskans who do not qualify now and can't afford insurance. She says one in five residents is in that category now.
Campbell; "affordable care act."
Senator Campbell says we are already paying for their health care now in terms of higher insurance premiums and assistance programs. This group includes those making $26,344 for a family of three.
Omaha State Senator Jeremy Nordquist supports a bill introduced today by Senator Kathy Campbell of Lincoln that would expand Medicaid coverage to those making $26,344 or less for a family of three. He crunched the numbers and says it would be a money saver for the state, counties and those who already have medical coverage.
Jeremy Nordquist, State Senator, Omaha; "preventative manner."
It is estimated that 54,000 Nebraskans would be eligible for Medicaid coverage under the new guidelines.
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