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Diagnosing Medicaid Cuts To Hospitals In The One, Big, Beautiful Bill

Last updated: July 4, 2025 1:34 pm
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The importance of Medicaid and Medicaid State-directed payments (SDPs) in supporting Safety Net Hospitals has become increasingly evident during the ongoing pandemic in the United States. These hospitals serve as a critical lifeline for vulnerable populations, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. Located primarily in low-income communities and rural areas, Safety Net Hospitals operate on fragile margins, with many experiencing negative financial reserves.

The passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act has significant implications for the future of these hospitals and the healthcare system as a whole. The Act includes provisions such as the Rural Health Transformation Program, which aims to allocate $10 billion per fiscal year to CMS to support rural hospitals over the next five years. However, the details of how these funds will be administered remain unclear, and the Act also restricts states’ ability to use provider taxes to boost Medicaid payments, further straining resources for hospitals.

Recent reports have documented a rise in hospital closures and workforce layoffs, with some hospitals facing financial and operational challenges. These closures not only impact healthcare access but also have broader economic consequences for the communities they serve. Reduced services, longer wait times, and job cuts can lead to decreased morale among remaining staff, increased stress, and compromised patient care.

Smaller hospitals, particularly in rural areas, face unique challenges due to their higher proportion of Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients. They operate on lower revenues, have lower occupancy rates, and lack the financial reserves and diverse service lines of larger hospitals. Medicaid cuts in the new federal budget are expected to exacerbate these challenges, increasing uncompensated care and straining hospital finances.

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The implications of these cuts extend beyond healthcare access, affecting local economies and creating a cycle of declining health and economic outcomes. As hospitals with high shares of Medicaid patients face existential threats, it is crucial to address the unintended consequences of Medicaid cuts and ensure the sustainability of Safety Net Hospitals for vulnerable populations.

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