Tennessee Asks Trump Administration To Approve Medicaid Block Grant

Tennessee proposes a Medicaid block grant plan, seeking $7.9 billion annually from the federal government. The funding would not decrease regardless of participant numbers, and the state could retain 50% of unused funds. Critics worry this could lead to reduced coverage, but Governor Bill Lee assures that is not the intent. If approved, Tennessee would be the first state to receive Medicaid funding in a single annual payment.

What is the main goal of Tennessee's proposal for its Medicaid program?

• To eliminate Medicaid entirely

• To increase taxes for Medicaid funding

• To transform Medicaid into a block grant-like program

• To reduce the number of Medicaid participants

How much funding is Tennessee requesting from the federal government for its Medicaid program?

• $10 billion

• $7.9 billion

• $6.5 billion

• $5 billion

What happens to the funding if the number of Medicaid signups increases?

• The funding decreases

• The funding remains the same

• The funding increases

• The funding is eliminated

What is one criticism of Tennessee's Medicaid proposal?

• It will decrease the number of healthcare providers

• It will increase the cost of healthcare services

• It might allow the state to reduce coverage to save funds

• It could lead to increased taxes

What commitment did Governor Bill Lee make regarding the proposal?

• To eliminate Medicaid funding

• To increase Medicaid taxes

• To ensure the proposal is not used to cut coverage

• To reduce the number of Medicaid participants