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Michele Bachmann: In order for States to ensure the appropriate use of taxpayer dollars, they must be able and willing to collect the data…

On the recordJune 6, 2012
In order for States to ensure the appropriate use of taxpayer dollars, they must be able and willing to collect the data that shows how much is paid in a claim, for what, and to whom.
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Michele Bachmann
Minnesota

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Bachmann emphasizes the need for transparency in Medicaid spending.

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