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Struggle for the Soul of Medicaid

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  01 January 2021

Nicole Huberfeld ,
Sidney Watson  and
Alison Barkoff
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Abstract

Medicaid is uniquely equipped to serve low-income populations. We identify four features that form the “soul” of Medicaid, explain how the administration is testing them, and explore challenges in accountability contributing to this struggle. We highlight the work of watchdogs acting to protect Medicaid and conclude with considerations for future health reform.

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Symposium Articles
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Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics , Volume 48 , Issue 3: A Bold Agenda for the Next Steps in Health Reform , Fall 2020 , pp. 429 - 433
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Copyright © American Society of Law, Medicine and Ethics 2020

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