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IDHW requests AG’s opinion on Medicaid programs, waivers

WebBy Melissa Davlin, Idaho Reports The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has formally requested a written legal opinion on whether the state can continue …

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What can Idaho do to reverse rising maternal and infant mortality …

WebIn late November, Idaho Kids Covered released a report detailing a rise in infant and maternal mortality rates between 2019 and 2021. In those two years, the …

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IDHW reactivates crisis standards for three southern Idaho health

WebThe Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has activated crisis standards of care for Southwest District Health, Central District Health, and South Central District …

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New Medicaid waiver prohibition bill introduced

WebJanuary 16, 2024. Rep. Megan Blanksma, R-Hammett, introduced three new bills to the House Health and Welfare Committee on Jan. 16. (Photo by Ruth Brown) By Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports. The House Health and Welfare Committee on Tuesday introduced a bill that would prohibit new Medicaid waivers from being implemented without legislative approval.

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Behavioral Health Council set to make recommendations to …

WebBy Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports . A task force assembled to address mental health issues in the state said Tuesday it is set to make recommendations to all three …

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IDHW begins redetermination for 150,000 Medicaid participants

WebIDHW begins redetermination for 150,000 Medicaid participants. February 1, 2023. By Melissa Davlin, Idaho Reports. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare …

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State poised to switch insurance provider for state employees

Webby Logan Finney, Idaho Reports. The state of Idaho is considering a new health insurance provider for its employees, lawmakers on the Change in Employee …

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Health and Welfare Director Jeppesen to retire

WebBy Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports. Gov. Brad Little announced on Wednesday that Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Director Dave Jeppesen will retire at the …

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Resolution seeking work requirements for Medicaid advances

Web(Logan Finney/Idaho Reports) By Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports . The House Health and Welfare Committee advanced HCR 30 on Monday, which would direct the …

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IDHW director faces scrutiny over Medicaid budget

WebIDHW’s budget presentation is scheduled to wrap up on Thursday morning. • Children account for 51 percent of the Medicaid population in Idaho. • About 60 percent …

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Two bills introduced on potential foster care system changes

WebFebruary 28, 2024. Sen. Abby Lee, R-Fruitland, introduced two bills on the foster care system on Feb. 28, 2024. (Ruth Brown/Idaho Reports) By Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports. …

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IDHW releases vaccination data by zip code

WebIdaho Reports requested vaccine uptake data by zip code. The data is up to date as of Thursday, Aug. 19. The percentage is based on 2019 total population numbers, as well as 2021 vaccination data for eligible residents 12 and older. Some zip codes have seen a lot of growth in two years, which can skew the percentages.

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State, federal government at odds over vaccine mandates for …

WebSeptember 9, 2021. By Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports. President Joe Biden announced Thursday afternoon that he will impose new stringent vaccine and testing requirements …

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Bill would require legislative approval for future Medicaid waivers

WebLawmakers on the House Health and Welfare Committee advanced a bill on Monday that would require legislative approval of any future waivers or amendments to …

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IDOC replaces prison health care provider

WebIDOC replaces prison health care provider. The Idaho State Correctional Institution is a 1,446-bed, medium-security men’s prison south of Boise. (Photo courtesy …

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Legislative counsel says Medicaid waiver bill won’t disrupt services

WebIn an April 12 letter obtained by Idaho Reports, LSO attorney Elizabeth Bowen wrote to lawmakers that House Bill 398 regarding Medicaid waivers shouldn’t …

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Families struggle to find local care as Idaho hospitals hit crisis

WebFamilies struggle to find local care as Idaho hospitals hit crisis. September 15, 2021. By Melissa Davlin, Idaho Reports. On Monday, Diana Rowe took her 82-year-old father, James, to the emergency room at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. He was dehydrated and weak, and a home health provider told Rowe to take …

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Committee advances bill to extend Medicaid for pregnant women

WebMarch 4, 2024. Photo by MART PRODUCTION on Pexels.com. By Ruth Brown, Idaho Reports. The House Health and Welfare Committee advanced a bill Monday that would …

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Tax committee considers opening MSAs to health care sharing …

WebRep. Jordan Redman, R-Coeur d’Alene, presented House Bill 523 to the House Revenue and Taxation Committee on Wednesday. It would add “expenses paid …

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