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Health Care & Hospital Law

Nov. 5, 2010

Medicaid Grant Could Spark Fight

The Obama administration's announcement that it will award California $10 billion in funding triggered sighs of relief from many providers. But it could also set the stage for a fight between public and private hospitals.


By Emma Gallegos


Daily Journal Staff Writer


The Obama administration's announcement Tuesday that it will award California $10 billion in federal funding for the state's Medicaid program over the next five years triggered deep sighs of relief from many health care providers struggling to cover patients costs.


But as details emerge, the funding boost could set the stage for a fight between public and private hospitals eager to grab their...

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