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flag Louisiana's Advocate warns budget cuts could devastate Medicaid, harming poor and rural residents.

flag The Advocate newspaper in Louisiana has issued a warning about proposed budget cuts that could severely impact Medicaid, which is crucial for many low-income residents. flag The budget measures, led by Republican lawmakers, aim to cut $1.5 trillion over ten years, with up to $880 billion affecting Medicaid. flag The editorial argues that while fraud exists in Medicaid, the majority is due to overbilling by healthcare providers, not recipients. flag It warns that states like Louisiana would face significant budget gaps if forced to cover more costs, potentially harming poorer and rural residents. flag The article calls for modernizing Medicaid to improve efficiency without cutting benefits.

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