Naomi Zewde

  • Understanding the Impact of Medicaid on Poverty

    Understanding the Impact of Medicaid on Poverty

    Medicaid continues to constitute a key component of the safety net for low-income households, covering more than 76 million Americans in 2016. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), 37 states expanded Medicaid to cover adults with incomes up to 138 percent of the federal poverty line. Previously, adults were required to…