‘Crisis’ if More WV Diabetics Lose Medicaid

A number of West Virginians living with diabetes could lose Medicaid coverage due to new work requirements and cost-sharing changes according to the American Diabetes Association.  Mountain State residents could need a thousand dollars more out of pocket each year for basic medications and care.  Lisa Murdock of the ADA says people may drop coverage or reconsider their insurance plan…

“Studies have shown that even modest cost sharing impairs a person’s access. We’re not just talking about one medication. We’re talking about multiple medications and complex needs.”