The Reality of Work Requirements for Medicaid

The video discusses the potential implementation of work requirements for Medicaid, drawing lessons from programs like EITC and TANF. It highlights the mixed results of work incentives on poverty reduction and employment, noting that many Medicaid recipients face significant health barriers. The video also addresses the administrative challenges of enforcing work requirements and raises critical questions about their effectiveness and impact on vulnerable populations.

What is one potential benefit of implementing work requirements for Medicaid, as discussed in the video?

• Increased employment rates

• Higher education levels

• Improved healthcare access

• Reduced administrative costs

What percentage of adults on Medicaid are from working families, according to the video?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

In the case of Kentucky, what percentage of Medicaid recipients are likely exempt from work requirements due to being students or caretakers?

• 24%

• 28%

• 26%

• 30%

What is a significant challenge mentioned in the video regarding the implementation of work requirements in Arkansas?

• Lack of internet access

• High administrative costs

• Complex paperwork burden

• Insufficient job opportunities

What is one of the critical questions raised about work requirements for Medicaid?

• How to measure program success

• How to increase Medicaid funding

• How to expand Medicaid coverage

• How to reduce healthcare costs

What is a potential consequence of failing to meet work requirements, as highlighted in the video?

• Higher employment rates

• Increased healthcare costs

• Improved job training programs

• Loss of Medicaid coverage

What does the video suggest is necessary before states implement work requirements for Medicaid?

• Public voting

• Increased funding

• Comprehensive study and discussion

• Immediate implementation