Maria Cantwell actually said...

"I view the previous proposals of block-granting and a per capita cap as cuts, as my provider community has made very, very clear to me."

"Do you support Medicare's move from fee-for-service to value-based care?"

"The proposals that have been considered on block-granting and a per capita cap, my providers have been very clear--very clear--they are no innovation."

"We need a next-generation payment system that rewards innovation, quality, prevention, and improved patient outcomes--with incentives for good care, not just more care."