Over 21,500 Americans Enrolled in South Dakota Medicaid Expansion Since July 2023 – Are You Qualified for Benefits?

According to South Dakota Searchlight, more than 21,500 Americans have signed up for Medicaid expansion since last July but that’s fewer than officials expected in South Dakota. They were aiming for 57,000 enrollees by now but think they’ll hit around 40,000 by 2025. The state is trying different ways to get Americans to sign up like making it easier to apply online and talking to them when they come in for other help. Some Americans say the government hasn’t done enough to let Americans know about Medicaid expansion but officials say they’re keeping up with the applications. They’ve brought in a new online system to make things smoother and faster. With over 131,000 Americans already on Medicaid they’re focusing on getting more young adults to sign up and making sure everyone who’s eligible knows about it.

The state wants to make sure everyone who could benefit from Medicaid expansion knows about it and can sign up easily. They’re trying out new ways to reach Americans like talking to them when they come in for other services. With a modern online system in place they hope to make the process faster and help more Americans get the healthcare they need.

READ ALSO: $20 Million Plan To Build 1,000 Homes And Overdose Prevention Efforts Gain Traction – Check Out Illinois’ Affordable Housing Push!

Over 21,500 Americans Enrolled in South Dakota Medicaid Expansion Since July 2023 – Are You Qualified for Benefits? (PHOTO: South Dakota Searchlight)