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Medicaid is Health Insurance

Medicaid is a health insurance program that helps thousands of South Dakotans access needed health care. Together, the Get Covered Coalition is working to raise awareness, connect people with the help they need to enroll, and reduce barriers that prevent people from getting covered. To learn more and get involved, contact Liz Schenkel.

Medicaid Matters to Me

There are many misconceptions about Medicaid. Our goal is to break the stigmas surrounding Medicaid through storytelling. Here, you’ll find stories about how the program helps Dakotans live healthier lives in their time of need—and we invite you to share your own story. Why does Medicaid matter to you?

Medicaid in South Dakota

26% of births are paid for by Medicaid, ensuring access to prenatal, maternity, and postpartum care.

Medicaid covers 30% of all children in SD, including children in foster care and those needing special-needs care.

49% of seniors and people with disabilities receive nursing home and community-based care through Medicaid.

Medicaid is the largest source of funding for mental health and substance use care.

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Johnny Overcame Opioid Addiction with the Support of Medicaid

Johnny Overcame Opioid Addiction with the Support of Medicaid

Medicaid has helped me get the treatment I needed to deal with addiction issues.  I had to have surgery a few years back. Post-surgery I was prescribed lots of opioid pain medicine. I was on it for years then was cut off and left to deal with the newfound addiction it gave me. They (the doctors) didn't help me with that part of it, so I dealt with it on my own in an unhealthy way. I went along like that for years, until I received Medicaid and was able to get help. Medicaid has helped me get the treatment I needed to deal with addiction issues. Because of that I have been clean and sober for about a year now. Without it, I would probably be struggling still. I'm able to get the medication I need to help me stay off street drugs. Share this Story Become a Medicaid advocate with us by sharing this story. Share the website URL or use the provided materials linked below. 1-Pager  |  Social Graphic  | Medicaid Matters Banner Sioux Falls, SD 49-years-old Part-time employed Addiction support MORE MEDICAID STORIES

Liz Schenkel

SD External Affairs Manager at CHAD

 

My experience helped me understand the challenges people face when it comes to getting access to the health care and resources they need to live well. This is what prompted me to become a social worker interested in making big system changes to eliminate barriers for people. 

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Passionate about improving Medicaid in South Dakota?
Learn how you can join the Get Covered Coalition or email Liz at eschenkel@communityhealthcare.net. 

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