Ga. hospital may lose $45 million in federal funds

Nov 21, 2012 - 10:28
 0  0

ATLANTA — Grady Memorial Hospital, one of the largest hospital systems in America, could lose up to $45 million in federal funding with the govement looking to cut funding to hospitals caring for uninsured patients.

The Atlanta Joual-Constitution reported Wednesday (http://bit.ly/Tfolzy ) that Grady could lose the funding when the federal budget cuts begin in 2014.

The Affordable Care Act was set to expand Medicaid and offset the budget cuts. However a June Supreme Court decision made expanding Medicaid programs optional for individual states, and Gov. Nathan Deal says Georgia cannot afford to.

The budget cuts are planned to take place over the course of five years. Funding for the $11 billion program helping hospitals care for uninsured patients nationwide could be cut in half.

What's Your Reaction?

Like Like 0
Dislike Dislike 0
Love Love 0
Funny Funny 0
Angry Angry 0
Sad Sad 0
Wow Wow 0
Mike Gallagher Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.