Washington's Apple Health Crisis | Spokane News

Washington’s safety net is under fire as federal cuts threaten to strip hundreds of thousands from vital healthcare coverage. Governor Bob Ferguson calls the funding shortfall “outrageous and morally bankrupt,” warning up to 200,000 residents could lose Apple Health by 2027. To combat the crisis, a new oversight committee is forming, while an automated eligibility hub aims to keep 400,000 people enrolled — but new work requirements starting January 1st add bureaucratic hurdles for most, with exemptions only for pregnant folks and those with disabilities. Meanwhile, lawful immigrants face fresh paperwork barriers to stay covered, even as officials scramble to help them navigate the system. The state is urging everyone on Medicaid to update their info now — before it’s too late. 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/d0883019b2800fd7