Al-Ola A. Abdallah Breaks Down Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and Its Impact on U.S. Healthcare

Al-Ola A Abdallah, Associate Professor Of Medicine at University of Kansas Medical Center, shared on X:

“The Big Beautifull Bill: See Number 6 and 7 for final summary

1.  The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ is a nickname used by President Trump to describe a major healthcare reform – especially plans to repeal and replace Obamacare (ACA). But what would it actually do? Let’s break it down.

2. Fewer rules, more state control
   The bill would reduce federal regulations and give more power to states. Sounds good – but it could mean different protections depending on where you live.

3. Medicaid cuts:
   It aimed to cap federal Medicaid spending. That means less funding for states — possibly forcing them to cut services or tighten eligibility.

4. No more insurance mandate
   Removing the rule that everyone must have insurance could sound like freedom — but it could also mean higher premiums for those who stay insured (mostly older/sicker people).

5. Preexisting condition protections at risk
   Some versions let states waive coverage rules. That could mean higher costs or less coverage if you have conditions like cancer, diabetes, etc.

6. Who benefits?
   Young, healthy, higher-income: might save money
   Older, low-income, or sick individuals: likely pay more or lose coverage

7. Bottom line:
   The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ might shrink government involvement, but it also risks more uninsured people, higher costs for vulnerable groups, and uneven care across states.”

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