When 15 million people lose healthcare coverage and more than a trillion dollars in federal funding disappears, every employer feels the impact.
Host Kirk Czonstka talks with Patricia Boozang, Senior Managing Director at Manatt Health, about the sweeping effects of H.R. 1—from coverage losses and premium increases to new Medicaid work requirements.
They discuss what these changes mean for employer-sponsored coverage, workforce wellbeing, and how businesses can prepare for the shifts ahead.
Key Takeaways:
15M people could lose coverage under H.R. 1, pulling $1T+ from the healthcare system.
Employers can expect higher premiums and cost-shifting from public to private coverage.
Medicaid work requirements (2027) will hit lower-income and hourly employees hardest.
Employers should help workers navigate eligibility, maintain predictable schedules, and engage with state Medicaid agencies.
Digital health, AI, and innovation can help offset rising costs and preserve access to care.
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