Wednesday, September 15, 2004

Key Resources on Health Coverage and the Uninsured
A set of links to resources compiled by the Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured - " The U.S. Census Bureau's released its annual update on health insurance coverage and the number of uninsured Americans on August 26, 2004. The Foundation produces several information resources that analyze America’s health insurance coverage, as well as policy issues and public opinion regarding the uninsured."  
  

Budget Cuts Continue to Threaten State Medicaid Programs
Article in Psychiatric Times - "Since 2001, states have faced their worst fiscal crisis in more than 50 years. And even now, as the U.S. economy shows signs of improving, state revenues continue to lag, leaving officials and lawmakers grappling with ongoing budget deficits and an unsettled financial outlook. After three years, states have exhausted their options for one-time budget fixes, leaving deeper budget cuts as an only option. Controlling Medicaid growth is at the top of the list, and mental health care funding is especially vulnerable..."