Here are five key points:
1. HHS will extend the “uncompensated care” funding for 15 more months, which helps hospitals care for the uninsured.
2. The Obama administration argues expanding the state’s Medicaid program will benefit more people by giving them coverage, rather than reimbursing hospitals for offering care to the uninsured.
3. The Texas government, led by Republicans, opposes Medicaid expansion.
4. The federal government cautioned if no alternative agreement is reached in 15 months, it will start cutting “uncompensated care” funding.
5. However, a new administration will be in the White House at the 15-month marker.
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