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Ep. 802 - Julie Appleby on Obamacare “Fixers” and the Impact of Trump's Health Workforce Reductions
Join Col. Dr. Damon Arnold, host of America's Heroes Group, as he speaks with Julie Appleby, Senior Correspondent for KFF Health News. In this episode, they explore the implications of Julie’s recent article, "The Ranks of Obamacare 'Fixers' Axed in Trump's Reduction of Health Agency Workforce," published on April 22, 2025. Discover how critical caseworker positions at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) are being cut, the consequences for ACA enrollees, and the broader impact on public health systems across the United States.
Topics:
Introduction to Julie Appleby and Her Work with KFF Health News
Overview of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Caseworker Program
The Role of Caseworkers: Who Are the "Fixers" and What Do They Do?
The Trump Administration’s Reduction in Health Agency Workforce
The Fallout: How ACA Enrollees Are Affected by Caseworker Layoffs
Impact on the CMS Exchange Customer Solutions Group
Implications for ACA Navigators and the Reduction in Support Services
Broader Public Health Concerns: Medicaid, Mental Health, and Chronic Diseases
The Future of Healthcare Access in the U.S.: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond
Q&A and Final Remarks