Medicaid

Suffolk County officials are pushing two new state laws to crack down on Medicaid fraud. One would reward tipsters, and the other would direct the state attorney general to pass on tips about fraud to local district attorneys.

HUSKY, Connecticut's Medicaid program, turns 61 this week. It currently serves nearly one-third of the state's residents, but upcoming federal changes are expected to leave fewer people eligible for coverage.

A Democratic proposal to create an affordable health insurance trust fund for Connecticut residents has won the approval of a key legislative committee.

A coalition of Connecticut advocacy groups wants state lawmakers to prioritize health care reform this session.

Connecticut lawmakers will consider increasing Medicaid reimbursement rates and limiting private equity investment in health care this legislative session.

The ongoing government shutdown has renewed debate over health care and Medicaid cuts that could affect veterans. Advocates in New York, home to the nation’s largest share of veterans on Medicaid, warn that reduced funding could strain care and worsen mental health outcomes.

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is suing the Trump administration for attempting to cut federal funding for Planned Parenthood.

Changes to Medicaid are coming, and Democrats say they will be bad for seniors. U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-3) was in New Haven on Monday to outline the new requirements for older adults.

Connecticut is raising Medicaid reimbursement rates for its federally qualified community health centers (FQHCs).

On a call with fellow Democratic state treasurers, Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell said his state will have to spend more to make up for federal budget cuts.