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Veteran Survey Deadline Extended to July 15 to Inform Montana’s Long-Term Care Services
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has announced an extension to the deadline for a survey aimed at gathering crucial information to shape the future long-term care needs of veterans in Montana. Senior and Long Term Care (SLTC) administrator Barb Smith revealed that nearly 3,000 veterans have already participated in the survey, with the deadline now pushed back to July 15 to further increase participation.Smith emphasized the importance of the survey, stating, “We’re working diligently to make the data we’re collecting through the survey as robust...
Montana Healthcare Foundation Report Highlights Impact of Medicaid Expansion on State Budget and Health
Bozeman, Mont. (April 30, 2024) – The Montana Healthcare Foundation recently released its fourth annual report on Montana’s Medicaid program, shedding light on the significant impact of Medicaid expansion on the state's budget and healthcare landscape.According to Dr. Aaron Wernham, CEO of the Montana Healthcare Foundation, "Medicaid coverage allows Montanans to access primary care, mental illness and substance use treatment, emergency and hospital care, and specialty services such as cancer care and surgery."The report revealed that Medicaid expansion has provided...