Senate Republicans released their additions to a House reconciliation package Wednesday. Previously unreported provisions include a measure to provide states with a two-year block grant to combat mental health issues, which specifically targets opioid abuse.
It would also restore a program cut by Obamacare to make payments to hospitals that serve a disproportionate number of low-income patients, known as Medicaid DSH. The measure would repeal three initiatives designed to mitigate risk for health insurance companies entering into the new marketplace — Obamacare reinsurance program, risk corridors, and risk adjustment programs.
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