A dataset of geocoded Medicaid office locations in the United States.

ABSTRACT: Medicaid is the largest health insurance program in the United States, covering more than 86 million Americans as of early 2023, and is key for progress towards health equity. Although policy changes like Medicaid expansion have significantly expanded the number of people who are eligible for Medicaid, the administrative burdens of enrolling in and renewing coverage can be substantial. Although many applications are now submitted online, physical access to Medicaid offices still plays a critical role in understanding eligibility, getting help in applying, and navigating required documentation for both initial enrollment and redetermination of eligibility. However, as more government functions have moved online, in-person office locations and/or staff may have been cut to reduce costs, and

SUBMITTER: Shafer PR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10838700 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature