Sara Rosenbaum

Join Jonathan Oberlander, a Medicare historian from UNC, and Sara Rosenbaum, a Medicaid expert from GWU, as they celebrate 60 years of these pivotal programs. They discuss Medicare’s evolution from bipartisan support to the rise of privatization, addressing its financial sustainability myths. Rosenbaum reflects on Medicaid's journey from an afterthought to a vital lifeline for low-income individuals. Together, they explore ongoing healthcare reforms and the crucial roles these programs play in ensuring access to health for all.

Sara Rosenbaum, health law and policy expert and Professor Emerita who shaped Medicaid and children’s coverage. She recounts incremental reforms that expanded access. She warns about work reporting rules and their risks. She discusses how community health centers and provider funding interact with Medicaid.