Medicaid Reforms Spark Rural Healthcare Battle | Lexington News

Congressman Andy Barr fires back at claims his Medicaid reform bill cuts coverage, arguing it actually saves money by tackling fraud and waste—and could boost spending by $250 billion over a decade by helping people transition to employer plans. As he campaigns for Senate, Barr clashes with Governor Beshear, who warns the bill threatens 35 Kentucky hospitals. Barr dismisses the study backing that claim as outdated and biased, noting new federal funding—over $213 million for Kentucky starting October 1—is set to revitalize rural care. Dr. Oz from CMS underscores rural health disparities, stressing the fund’s goal: affordability and access, while warning governors must use the money wisely or risk losing it. Beshear calls the bill “senseless,” blaming supporters for potential rural harm, though federal rules restrict how funds can be spent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a9a16c0c9792e3da