Commissioner warns proposed Medicaid changes could jeopardize local treatment access

Sep 2, 2026

Commissioner DeGirolamo told the Bucks County board she is 'seriously concerned' that proposed Medicaid procedural changes and work requirements could reduce access to long-term substance use treatment and strain hospitals that serve many Medicaid patients.

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During commissioner comments, Commissioner DeGirolamo said she was worried that proposed federal and state changes to Medicaid rules could interrupt access to treatment and harm local hospitals that care for many Medicaid patients.

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