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Protecting Medicaid Access

Prioritizing Medicaid Access

Medicaid has long been a cornerstone of Missouri’s health care safety net, providing essential coverage for children, pregnant people, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. With voter-approved Medicaid expansion in August 2020, the program now reaches thousands more low-income adults—further strengthening its impact across the state.

At CHCM, we view Medicaid as a powerful tool for advancing health equity. Through policy tracking, advocacy, and community partnerships, we work to protect and expand this critical program so more Missourians can access the care they need.

Medicaid supports more than coverage—it enables preventive care, chronic disease management, and access to behavioral and maternal health services. It also helps address the broader social and economic conditions that shape health. As policy and programming evolve, CHCM remains committed to keeping communities informed, engaged, and equipped. We provide resources to help individuals understand their coverage, navigate health systems, and advocate for policies that strengthen Medicaid’s reach.

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Our Partners

We can't do this alone

CHCM’s work is made possible through deep collaboration with a diverse network of partners committed to advancing equity and improving health outcomes across Missouri. From funders and community organizations to schools and healthcare systems, these relationships help drive meaningful, systemic change.

Partners