States gird for new Medicaid ‘medically frail’ rule

Many state Medicaid agencies are worried that the Trump administration's tighter definition of "medically frail" will cause many sick and disabled individuals to lose their coverage exemptions from new work requirements introduced by the tax and spending law passed last year. This change could strip benefits from vulnerable populations who rely on Medicaid for essential health services. The implications of this rule could significantly affect access to healthcare for these individuals, highlighting ongoing concerns about Medicaid policy under the current administration.