Medicaid privatization fizzles in six month savings projection
Des Moines review shows Branstad plan to privatize Medicaid would save $36.6 million in the first six months, about $15 million less than earlier estimates. Milliman drafted the report, released after testimony questioned earlier figures, and most savings appear as federal money not affecting the state budget. Democratic and Republican lawmakers call the projections uncertain and warn of potential service cuts.
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Senate leader seeks delay in Iowa Medicaid switch
Iowa Senate President Pam Jochum says safeguards may not be ready by March 1 to move Iowa Medicaid to private management. She urges CMS waivers and questions cost estimates while proposing phased oversight or a smaller plan to protect beneficiaries. Republican leaders note ongoing delays cost savings already.
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Washington New York and other East Coast cities mobilize snow plows as airlines cancel flights and residents stock up. Five states declare emergencies while blizzard warnings and watches spread from Washington to New York.
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