Federal Medicaid Policy Changes and Funding Cuts
San Diego County
Summary
Federal policy changes under H.R. 1 are set to introduce work requirements and stricter eligibility rules for Medi-Cal and CalFresh, threatening coverage for thousands of San Diego County residents and increasing uncompensated care costs.
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Last discussed Mar 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Could lead to significant multi-million dollar fiscal pressures and increased uncompensated care costs for local hospitals and the county indigent care program.
The federal government through reduced spending on public assistance programs.
Low-income residents at risk of losing health coverage or food assistance due to new work requirements and administrative hurdles.
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