AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMedicaid Work Requirements: New federal guidance on Medicaid work rules is set to tighten coverage starting Jan. 1, 2027, with advocates warning vulnerable people may lose care—especially as many enrollees say they don’t even know the 80-hours-a-month requirement is coming. Local Hospital Funding: Hope residents heard details on a proposed 3/4-cent sales tax to support Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center, including plans for upgrades like MRI/CT and radiology improvements. Nursing Home Quality (CMS Ratings): CMS data highlights a mix of results across Arkansas facilities, including 5-star performance for The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows and top ratings for several others, while some homes posted lower scores and fines. Aging Services Funding: Arkansas Department of Human Services reversed proposed cuts to Area Agencies on Aging funding after providers raised concerns. Public Safety & Kids in Pursuits: Arkansas State Police renewed warnings after a high-speed chase involving children ended in a crash, urging parents to pull over rather than flee. Health Story Spotlight: A People.com exclusive follows an Arkansas-Oklahoma family whose toddler was diagnosed with leukemia after months of worsening symptoms.
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