Research A Health Care Initiative Or Legislative Statute

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Research A Health Care Initiative Or Legislative Statue That Is Curren Research a health-care initiative or legislative statue that is currently underway in your state or federally. You may want to check with nursing organizations that have legislative departments that can provide their analysis on current health-care issues. You may also conduct online research to identify current issues. Discuss how you can take an active role as a health-care advocate (at the local, state, or federal level as appropriate). Identify one tactic to advocate for your identified initiative or legislation. Expectations Length: A minimum of 250 words, not including references Citations: At least one high-level scholarly reference in APA from within the last 5 years

Dr. Jack HW Helper · Accepted Answer

Currently, one significant health care initiative underway at the federal level is the "Medicaid Expansion" under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This legislation aims to expand Medicaid eligibility to cover more low-income individuals, thereby increasing access to healthcare services across the United States. Despite its benefits, Medicaid expansion remains a contentious issue with varying adoption rates among states due to political disagreements. Advocates argue that expanding Medicaid reduces health disparities, improves public health outcomes, and reduces uncompensated care costs for hospitals, whereas opponents cite concerns over government spending and federal mandates (Glewwe et al., 2019). In my capacity as a nurse and healthcare advocate, I recognize the importance of actively engaging in policy discussions to support initiatives that promote health equity and access. One effective tactic I could utilize is policy advocacy through direct communication with legislators. This can involve writing personalized letters, making phone calls, or scheduling meetings to share evidence-based information about the positive impacts of Medicaid expansion. Such advocacy efforts can influence policymakers by highlighting how expanded healthcare coverage leads to better health outcomes, reduces emergency care costs, and alleviates health disparities among underserved populations (Campos-Castillo et al., 2021). Additionally, participating in community education sessions or public forums can amplify awareness and garner constituent support, ultimately influencing legislative decisions. As healthcare professionals, nurses possess a moral obligation to serve as policy advocates to ensure equitable healthcare access. By actively engaging in legislative dialogue and providing credible, research-backed information, nurses can be powerful agents of change towards health policy reforms that benefit vulnerable populations. References Campos-Castillo, C., McDonnell, K., & Bhat, R.

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