Medicaid dollars keep clinics, nursing homes, and businesses that provide in-home care open. Especially in rural areas, Medicaid funding is the difference between having care options or having closures.

“Medicaid dollars keep clinics and nursing homes open and is a key driver in our rural community,” said Kim Hawthorne, CEO, Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers, based out of Cashton, Wisconsin. “Especially in rural areas, Medicaid funding is the difference between having care options or having closures. At Scenic Bluffs, nearly 45% of our patients rely on Medicaid as the payer for their care—many of whom would be uninsured or unable to afford necessary services without it. Statewide, Medicaid revenue accounts for about half of overall revenue at Community Health Centers which rely on the program for sustainability and patient care – including preventative medical, dental, and behavioral health services.”  

“Community home care businesses are the care infrastructure for communities. They serve all residents, including those who aren’t in a Medicaid program,” said Patti Becker, member of InControl Board of Directors. “Wisconsin’s system is already struggling to meet the needs. If businesses close or scale down their services, it means less health and long-term care capacity for everyone.”