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North Carolina Medicaid Cuts: 5% Reduction Starting October 1
10/1/2025
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Story summary
- Medicaid reimbursement in North Carolina will be cut 5% starting October 1 due to funding shortages.
- Governor Josh Stein says the October 1 deadline will not change amid budget talks.
- Advocates warn the cuts will reduce access to care for families with children needing services.
- Lawmakers plan to reconvene on October 20 to address budget issues, including Medicaid funding.
