Many Medicaid Benefits Are Optional Under the Law. For Many Idahoans, They’re Anything But.

Many Medicaid benefits are optional under the law. For many Idahoans, they’re anything but.

Originally published July 14 on IdahoCapitalSun.com.Kristyn Herbert has a knack for coming up with delicious recipes in her head. But a seizure when she was a 2-day-old infant that left her not breathing for 10 minutes means that she needs…

Idaho Caregivers, Patients Worry Medicaid Changes Will Gut Services

BOISE, ID – Kristyn Herbert has a knack for coming up with delicious recipes in her head. But a seizure when she was a 2-day-old infant that left her not breathing for 10 minutes means that she needs someone else to prepare the food in her Meridian apartment. Herbert pays for her 24/7 care through Medicaid, but this type of long-term care in her home is considered an optional benefit that states may offer under federal regulations. Herbert has b…