Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients

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2026-06-11T11:05:25Z

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New Medicaid guidance threatens coverage for sick patients

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Blood cancer survivor DeAnna Brandon worries about new Medicaid work requirements affecting her health coverage.

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