Some states have refused the Medicaid expansion due to fear of cost. Ironically, nonparticipating states will end up bearing a significant share of the overall costs to expand the Medicaid program through federal tax payments while not having the opportunity to appreciate any benefits.

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Nonparticipating states still contribute to the federal taxes that fund Medicaid expansion but do not receive the benefits of expanded coverage, effectively shouldering costs without reaping the program's advantages for their residents.

Some States Have Refused the Medicaid Expansion Due to Fear