Special Report: How State Opting Out of Medicaid Expansion Impacts Critical Access Hospitals in Nebraska

North Platte, NE KNOPTV — It’s a scenario more and more rural hospitals are facing after Nebraska opted out of the medicaid expansion.

It leaves many people in a bind without health insurance so now when they have to go to the hospital, they can’t afford to pay their bills.

“It’s choosing between milk and bread for my baby or going to the hospital to get an exam and so if I am feeling healthy and well then I’m gonna spend my money on the other until I am forced to come,” says CEO of Chase Co. Community Hospital, Steve Lewis.

Chase County Community Hospital is one of over 60 Critical Access Hospitals across the state that has taken a hit after the state opted out of the medicaid expansion. For the full article click here 

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