This week on In Good Company, we’re breaking down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025 — and what it means for healthcare here in Southwest Missouri and across the country. This sweeping 887-page law reshapes how healthcare is funded and accessed in America. From Medicaid (MO HealthNet) work requirements to shorter enrollment windows on HealthCare.gov, and even new rules affecting Medicare providers and rural hospitals, these changes will touch nearly every Missourian in one way or another. We’ll unpack: How new Medicaid work and reporting requirements will affect MO HealthNet coverage What Marketplace enrollees need to know about shorter deadlines and higher 2026 premiums Why Medicare recipients should watch for possible provider payment cuts How the law aims to stabilize rural hospitals across Missouri Whether you’re in Springfield, Joplin, Ozark, or Ava — these changes will impact local hospitals, clinics, and families alike. Watch to learn what’s coming, what to prepare for, and how to stay covered in 2026. 🩺 Subscribe, like, and leave a 5-star review to stay updated on the biggest changes shaping healthcare here in Missouri and beyond. 🏥 Missouri Health & Medicare Resources 1. MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid) 🔗 https://mydss.mo.gov/healthcare Apply for or manage Medicaid benefits, check eligibility, and access provider information. 2. Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) 🔗 https://health.mo.gov Official updates on statewide health programs, rural hospital initiatives, and senior care. 3. Missouri SHIP – State Health Insurance Assistance Program 🔗 https://missouriship.org Free, unbiased Medicare counseling for Missouri residents. 4. Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) 🔗 https://web.mhanet.com News and data on hospital policy, rural health initiatives, and local healthcare updates. 5. HealthCare.gov – Marketplace Coverage 🔗 https://www.healthcare.gov Compare Marketplace plans, renew coverage, and track open enrollment dates. 6. Social Security Administration – Medicare Information 🔗 https://www.ssa.gov/medicare Sign up for Medicare, manage your benefits, or get help with IRMAA adjustments. 7. Missouri Primary Care Association 🔗 https://www.mo-pca.org Find community health centers and rural clinics throughout Missouri.
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