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Behind the Budget

Behind the Budget

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 "Behind the Budget" takes listeners deep into Medicaid's complex funding mechanisms and fiscal realities. Host Eliot Parse breaks down how the federal-state matching system works, explaining how federal contributions vary based on state wealth and population type. The episode addresses common misconceptions about Medicaid costs, explores who really benefits from the program's spending, and examines Medicaid's crucial role as America's primary payer for long-term care. Parse tackles questions about fraud, waste, and program integrity while highlighting the economic benefits Medicaid generates beyond direct healthcare provision. The episode concludes by examining the demographic challenges facing Medicaid's financing structure and what they mean for the program's sustainability and future reforms.

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