On the recordFebruary 25, 2013
In Michigan, our Governor has supported expanding Medicaid because the recent estimates in Michigan show that we will save about $351 million over 10 years by getting people out of emergency rooms.
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congress.govIn Michigan, our Governor has supported expanding Medicaid because the recent estimates in Michigan show that we will save about $351 million over 10 years by getting people out of emergency rooms.
Stabenow highlights the financial benefits of Medicaid expansion in Michigan.
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