Jan. 31, 2020: Erie Co. Exec. on Medicaid spending and Bills stadium
The big game is this Sunday and sadly, New York’s own Buffalo Bills will not be competing. We talked with Erie County’s Executive Mark Poloncarz (D) about the latest set of renovations for the Bills’ home stadium and
January 6, 2020: Covering NY’s Medicaid gap
Late last year, the Governor vetoed legislation that would implement new regulations on pharmacy benefit managers. We discussed the legislation with the chair of the Senate Health Committee, Sen. Gustavo Rivera (D-Bronx).
December 26, 2019: Top 2019 Stories: Medicaid shortfall
We took a look at how the state managed its Medicaid spending. The 2020 budget battle will be defined by how the state responds to a multi-billion dollar budget shortfall which was caused in part by Medicaid payments.
November 18, 2019: Medicaid Spending
The state could see a multi-billion-dollar Medicaid shortfall. Mark Ustin, Partner at Farrell Fritz, explained how the state ended up in this situation and what could happen as the state digs its way out.
Independent advocate for New Yorkers with disabilities
A state program is supposed to help New Yorkers with disabilities navigate the supports and services available to them.
State budget director discusses NY’s fiscal picture
State Budget Director Blake Washington swung by The Capitol Pressroom studio to talk about New York's finances.
Promoting the long-term viability of EMS
A new law ensure that EMS can get reimbursed by Medicaid when treating a patient outside of a hospital.
New York hopes to rebuild health care workforce
The Hochul administration is steering bout $650 million to healthcare workforce, with a focus on serving Medicaid patients.
Insurers urge funds to combat health disparities
We highlight Medicaid funds flowing through health insurers to address health disparities through community partnerships.
Feds impose new nursing home staffing standards
Long Term Care Community Coalition's Richard Mollot talks about federal staffing regulations for nursing homes.
