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Senators Probe Medicaid Tech Failures Amid Coverage Risks

10/11/2025

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Senators have initiated an inquiry into companies managing Medicaid eligibility systems after technology failures risk coverage.
Letters were sent to Deloitte & Touche LLP and other contractors following a KFF Health News investigation.
The inquiry seeks accountability and responses by October 31 regarding financial incentives tied to removals.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates 5.3 million enrollees may lose coverage as states pursue 2027 work requirements.

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Story summary

Senators have initiated an inquiry into companies managing Medicaid eligibility systems after technology failures risk coverage.
Letters were sent to Deloitte & Touche LLP and other contractors following a KFF Health News investigation.
The inquiry seeks accountability and responses by October 31 regarding financial incentives tied to removals.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates 5.3 million enrollees may lose coverage as states pursue 2027 work requirements.