Richard Edwards
@edwardsr0203.bsky.social
Disability policy and systems advocate. Dad. Husband. Musician. NC resident.
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Richard Edwards
@edwardsr0203.bsky.social
· Nov 18
First post on bsky! Not here to amass a big following, just trying to keep up with issues affecting people with disabilities, seniors, and veterans who receive publicly funded supports.
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New data from ANCOR’s sixth annual survey of community providers highlights key challenges providers and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) face as a result of Medicaid eligibility and renewal policies.
Take a look in our new fact sheet: www.ancor.org/wp-content/u...
Take a look in our new fact sheet: www.ancor.org/wp-content/u...
December 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
New data from ANCOR’s sixth annual survey of community providers highlights key challenges providers and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) face as a result of Medicaid eligibility and renewal policies.
Take a look in our new fact sheet: www.ancor.org/wp-content/u...
Take a look in our new fact sheet: www.ancor.org/wp-content/u...
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Two successful lawsuits restoring full Medicaid payments to health providers and more lawsuits in the legal pipeline led to his decision to reverse rate cuts imposed this fall, Democratic Gov. Josh Stein announced Wednesday. ncnewsline.com/2025/12/10/n... Story by @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
NC Gov. Stein reverses Medicaid cuts after lawsuits look to block them • NC Newsline
Two successful lawsuits restoring full Medicaid payments to health providers and more lawsuits in the legal pipeline led to his decision to reverse rate cuts imposed this fall, Democratic Gov. Josh St...
ncnewsline.com
December 10, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Two successful lawsuits restoring full Medicaid payments to health providers and more lawsuits in the legal pipeline led to his decision to reverse rate cuts imposed this fall, Democratic Gov. Josh Stein announced Wednesday. ncnewsline.com/2025/12/10/n... Story by @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
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North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is canceling Medicaid rate cuts he initiated two months ago.
Stein and Health Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced today that reimbursement rates for doctors and hospitals will be restored.
www.wunc.org/2025-12-10/n...
Stein and Health Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced today that reimbursement rates for doctors and hospitals will be restored.
www.wunc.org/2025-12-10/n...
North Carolina Gov. Stein cancels Medicaid rate cuts amid legal and legislative battles
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is canceling Medicaid rate cuts he initiated two months ago. Stein and Health Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced Wednesday that reimbursement rates for doctors and hosp...
www.wunc.org
December 10, 2025 at 4:43 PM
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is canceling Medicaid rate cuts he initiated two months ago.
Stein and Health Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced today that reimbursement rates for doctors and hospitals will be restored.
www.wunc.org/2025-12-10/n...
Stein and Health Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced today that reimbursement rates for doctors and hospitals will be restored.
www.wunc.org/2025-12-10/n...
NC Gov. Stein expected to restore NC Medicaid rates Wednesday ncnewsline.com/2025/12/09/n...
NC Gov. Stein expected to restore NC Medicaid rates Wednesday • NC Newsline
North Carolina cut payments to Medicaid providers from 3% to 10% in October because of a gap in funding for the program.
ncnewsline.com
December 9, 2025 at 10:29 PM
NC Gov. Stein expected to restore NC Medicaid rates Wednesday ncnewsline.com/2025/12/09/n...
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The Trump Administration has released preliminary guidance on mandatory Medicaid work requirements. We will read and share thoughts soon here and on our website ccf.georgetown.edu
medicaid.gov/federal-poli...
medicaid.gov/federal-poli...
medicaid.gov
December 8, 2025 at 9:36 PM
The Trump Administration has released preliminary guidance on mandatory Medicaid work requirements. We will read and share thoughts soon here and on our website ccf.georgetown.edu
medicaid.gov/federal-poli...
medicaid.gov/federal-poli...
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Need a hospital YIMBY movement. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
A North Carolina Hospital Was Slated To Open in 2025. Mired in Bureaucracy, It’s Still a Dirt Field. - KFF Health News
Regulations meant to prevent unfettered health care expansion are withholding needed hospital beds in a rural part of North Carolina. Here, as in communities around the country, some officials and hea...
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December 8, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Need a hospital YIMBY movement. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
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The Minnesota Department of Human Services’ effort to quash fraud has led to a new problem: Disabled Medicaid recipients aren’t getting the services they need and are legally entitled to, according to attorneys for the disabled.
Advocates say DHS, spooked by fraud, neglects its responsibilities toward disabled • Minnesota Reformer
The Minnesota Department of Human Services’ effort to quash fraud has led to a new problem: Disabled Medicaid recipients aren’t getting the services they need and are legally entitled to, according to...
minnesotareformer.com
December 3, 2025 at 10:27 PM
The Minnesota Department of Human Services’ effort to quash fraud has led to a new problem: Disabled Medicaid recipients aren’t getting the services they need and are legally entitled to, according to attorneys for the disabled.
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Happy International Day of Persons with Disabilities! The ADA National Network provides information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Visit our website to learn more: https://adata.org/ #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities #ADA #DisabilityRights
December 3, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Happy International Day of Persons with Disabilities! The ADA National Network provides information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Visit our website to learn more: https://adata.org/ #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities #ADA #DisabilityRights
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@kff.org released an interactive tool to track national and state data and policy, federal guidance, state implementation decisions and 1115 waivers related to #Medicaid work requirements. Check it out and bookmark the page as we will be making updates over time www.kff.org/medicaid/med...
Tracking Implementation of the 2025 Reconciliation Law: Medicaid Work Requirements | KFF
KFF's interactive tracks key data and policies that will affect how states implement Medicaid work requirements, which are required under the 2025 budget reconciliation law starting in January 2027. T...
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December 3, 2025 at 11:47 PM
@kff.org released an interactive tool to track national and state data and policy, federal guidance, state implementation decisions and 1115 waivers related to #Medicaid work requirements. Check it out and bookmark the page as we will be making updates over time www.kff.org/medicaid/med...
Watching two heroes -- @emilyladau.bsky.social and @abarkoff.bsky.social talk about the importance of community inclusion, particularly at this time of year. www.aging.senate.gov/hearings/agi...
Aging in Place: The Impact of Community during the Holidays | United States Senate Special Committee on Aging
United States Senate Special Committee on Aging
www.aging.senate.gov
December 3, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Watching two heroes -- @emilyladau.bsky.social and @abarkoff.bsky.social talk about the importance of community inclusion, particularly at this time of year. www.aging.senate.gov/hearings/agi...
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Backed by nearly $2 million in seed capital, a not-for-profit is offering a platform for sellers with #disabilities who make items ranging from jewelry and ornaments to slime and personalized tumblers. www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/12/03/e...
Etsy-Like Online Market Launches For Sellers With Disabilities
Backed by nearly $2 million in seed capital, a not-for-profit is offering a platform for sellers with disabilities who make items ranging from jewelry and ornaments to slime and personalized tumblers.
www.disabilityscoop.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Backed by nearly $2 million in seed capital, a not-for-profit is offering a platform for sellers with #disabilities who make items ranging from jewelry and ornaments to slime and personalized tumblers. www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/12/03/e...
States do not have a lot of levers when it comes to balancing Medicaid budgets -- it is vital that we protect #Medicaid funding.
During the last major reduction in federal Medicaid spending, all states reduced spending on home care by serving fewer people, cutting benefits, or reducing payment rates.
States may use similar methods in the future: https://on.kff.org/48so73J
States may use similar methods in the future: https://on.kff.org/48so73J
November 22, 2025 at 9:43 PM
States do not have a lot of levers when it comes to balancing Medicaid budgets -- it is vital that we protect #Medicaid funding.
Judge in Wake Superior Court has ruled against DHHS' Medicaid rate cuts for autism services. Original rates to be restored.
#fundncmedicaid
#fundncmedicaid
November 19, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Judge in Wake Superior Court has ruled against DHHS' Medicaid rate cuts for autism services. Original rates to be restored.
#fundncmedicaid
#fundncmedicaid
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As the Trump administration takes sweeping steps to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, the agency is still deciding what the future holds for #SpecialEducation. #EducationDepartment #disabilities
Ed Department Sheds Several Offices, But Spares Special Ed
As the Trump administration takes sweeping steps to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, the agency is still deciding what the future holds for special education.
www.disabilityscoop.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:15 AM
As the Trump administration takes sweeping steps to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, the agency is still deciding what the future holds for #SpecialEducation. #EducationDepartment #disabilities
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Alice Wong, a writer and activist who was born with muscular dystrophy and who fought relentlessly for equal rights and access for people with disabilities, died on Friday. She was 51. nyti.ms/4r9WqEr
November 15, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Alice Wong, a writer and activist who was born with muscular dystrophy and who fought relentlessly for equal rights and access for people with disabilities, died on Friday. She was 51. nyti.ms/4r9WqEr
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I don’t want to formulate words yet, but my friend Alice Wong, @sfdirewolf.bsky.social of the Disability Visibility Project, has passed.
Here are the words she left behind:
www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...
Here are the words she left behind:
www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...
Alice Wong on Instagram: "ID: Yellow background with black text "This is Alice's friend Sandy Ho, posting. Per Alice's wishes, this message is being shared at the time of her passing. Hi everyone, it ...
423 likes, 73 comments - alicatsamurai on November 14, 2025: "ID: Yellow background with black text "This is Alice's friend Sandy Ho, posting. Per Alice's wishes, this message is being shared at the t...
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November 15, 2025 at 5:57 AM
I don’t want to formulate words yet, but my friend Alice Wong, @sfdirewolf.bsky.social of the Disability Visibility Project, has passed.
Here are the words she left behind:
www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...
Here are the words she left behind:
www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...
North Carolina lawmakers refuse governor’s call for special session on Medicaid ncnewsline.com/briefs/north...
North Carolina lawmakers refuse governor's call for special session on Medicaid • NC Newsline
Republican state House and Senate leaders announced late Thursday they will not heed Democratic Gov. Josh Stein's call to return to Raleigh to approve funding to patch a shortfall in the state's Medic...
ncnewsline.com
November 14, 2025 at 1:44 PM
North Carolina lawmakers refuse governor’s call for special session on Medicaid ncnewsline.com/briefs/north...
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Our latest report highlights key policy priorities and issues state Medicaid programs focused on in FY 2025 and are prioritizing in FY 2026.
Explore the main takeaways: https://on.kff.org/47TD1yr
Explore the main takeaways: https://on.kff.org/47TD1yr
A View of Medicaid Today and a Look Ahead: Balancing Access, Budgets and Upcoming Changes | KFF
This report highlights key policy priorities and issues state Medicaid programs focused on in FY 2025 and are prioritizing in FY 2026.
on.kff.org
November 13, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Our latest report highlights key policy priorities and issues state Medicaid programs focused on in FY 2025 and are prioritizing in FY 2026.
Explore the main takeaways: https://on.kff.org/47TD1yr
Explore the main takeaways: https://on.kff.org/47TD1yr
North Carolinians are facing a health care crisis because the legislature has not adequately funded Medicaid. That’s why I’m calling an extra session for the General Assembly to get back to work and fund North Carolina’s Medicaid program.
November 6, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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A Wake Superior Court judge on Tuesday agreed to pause North Carolina’s Medicaid rate cut for autism therapy in response to a lawsuit brought by the parents of affected children. ncnewsline.com/briefs/wake-... By @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
Wake judge temporarily reverses NC Medicaid rate cut for autism therapy • NC Newsline
A Wake County judge put a temporary stop to a 10% NC Medicaid rate cut for autism therapy. Parents of affected patients brought the lawsuit.
ncnewsline.com
November 5, 2025 at 8:07 PM
A Wake Superior Court judge on Tuesday agreed to pause North Carolina’s Medicaid rate cut for autism therapy in response to a lawsuit brought by the parents of affected children. ncnewsline.com/briefs/wake-... By @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
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NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
Register of Actions
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November 4, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
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NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
Register of Actions
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November 4, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid
NC DHHS is being sued over the 10/1/2025 rate cuts on behalf of autistic persons, alleging the cuts are discriminatory. #medicaid #fundncmedicaid