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Doctors, health officials say Medicaid cuts would threaten Michigan's health and its economy

The article from MLive discusses the potential negative impacts of proposed Medicaid cuts in Michigan. Doctors and health officials are expressing concerns that these cuts would severely affect both the health of Michigan residents and the state's economy. The proposed changes include work requirements for Medicaid recipients, which could lead to many losing their health coverage. This would result in reduced access to healthcare, particularly for preventive and chronic care, potentially leading to poorer health outcomes and increased emergency room visits. Additionally, the cuts could negatively impact healthcare providers, especially in rural areas, where many rely on Medicaid reimbursements. The economic implications include job losses in the healthcare sector and a decrease in federal funding, which could strain the state's budget and local economies. Critics argue that these cuts would undo progress made in expanding healthcare access and could lead to long-term health and economic deterioration.

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[ https://www.mlive.com/politics/2025/03/doctors-health-officials-say-medicaid-cuts-would-threaten-michigans-health-and-its-economy.html ]