Contact U.S. Senators: Protect Medicaid Access

Missourians deserve healthcare systems that are clear, accessible, and centered on patient well-being — not burdensome paperwork requirements that put coverage at risk. Proposed federal Medicaid work requirement changes could create unnecessary barriers for people with serious health conditions, overwhelm healthcare providers, and disrupt Missouri’s implementation efforts already underway.

We urge Missouri’s senators to:
• Oppose policies that eliminate self-attestation for medically frail individuals
• Protect access to Medicaid coverage for vulnerable patients
• Prevent costly administrative burdens on Missouri healthcare providers and state agencies
• Ensure any Medicaid policy changes reflect the intent of Congress and protect continuity of care

Now is the time to speak up for Missouri patients, families, healthcare workers, and communities.

Contact Senator Josh Hawley and Senator Eric Schmitt today and urge them to protect Medicaid access in Missouri.

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Dear (name and title inserted automatically),

Dear Senator,

I am writing to express concern about proposed Medicaid work requirement changes that could create unnecessary barriers to healthcare coverage for Missourians.

The reported changes would eliminate self-attestation and require extensive medical documentation for people seeking exemptions. These new requirements could make it significantly harder for individuals with cancer, chronic illness, disabilities, or serious mental health conditions to maintain healthcare coverage they rely on for treatment and daily care.

I am also concerned about the burden these changes would place on healthcare providers and safety-net systems that are already overstretched, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Requiring additional medical verification creates more paperwork, delays, and administrative confusion for both patients and providers.

Missouri has already spent months preparing for implementation based on earlier federal guidance. Changing the rules at the last minute risks delays, administrative errors, and wrongful coverage losses for eligible Missourians.

I urge you to oppose policies that increase red tape and put healthcare coverage at risk for vulnerable people across our state. Medicaid policies should prioritize access to care, continuity of coverage, and practical implementation for patients, providers, and state agencies alike.

Thank you for your time and consideration.