KFF Health News

States Ordered to Help Find Undocumented Immigrants Via Medicaid Programs

The Trump Administration claims that more than $1 billion has been spent on funding Medicaid for undocumented immigrants. Several states have challenged the veracity of such claims.

Trump Administration Investigates Medicaid Spending on Immigrants in Blue States

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services told several states it is reviewing claims as part of its commitment to maintain Medicaid’s fiscal integrity. California is the biggest target of CMS’ investigation.

Republican Megabill Will Mean Higher Health Costs for Many Americans

Trump's big budget bill is expected to leave 12 million people without healthcare, while undermining the finances of rural hospitals, community health clinics, and nursing homes.

Medicaid Unwinding Deals Blow to Tenuous System of Care for Native Americans

Tribal leaders still didn’t know exactly how many of their citizens had been disenrolled a year into the process of redetermining Medicaid eligibility.

Ebola is Extremely Dangerous Even After Death

Traditional burial practices allow the living Ebola virus to be passed along to caretakers of the deceased body. The Ebola virus can remain infectious for up to 7 days in a dead body.

California Gubernatorial Race Series: Interview with Steve Hilton

Live Soon | This session offers reporters a direct opportunity to question gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton on key statewide issues. 

Confessions of a Former ‘Scrolloholic’

On April 21st, I deleted or deactivated every social media app on my phone, and my life hasn’t been the same since.

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan Eyes Sacramento on Housing, Immigration, Tech

Gubernatorial candidate Matt Mahan shared his ideas on immigration, housing and the role of big tech in California in a briefing with community media reporters.