Seems 9.5 billion is an accurate number. It’s up from 7 billion the prior year. I don’t like it, but what’s the alternative? It’s against federal law to deny healthcare to anyone. At least under Medi Cal, healthcare provides are getting paid something. It’s at a reduced billing, but they’re getting paid.
I’m not a supporter of “welfare state”, but I do see the reasoning for this.
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