Why Some Say We Should Expand Medicaid In The State Of Wyoming

There are a few different thoughts on this subject as to why Wyoming should answer Governor Mead's call to expand Medicaid. Here is what businesses are saying.  Today on the Top 5 at 7:45, I'll highlight the top 5 reasons why chambers throughout the state and businessmen are wanting the state of Wyoming to expand Medicaid.

1. 108 Million would come to the state of Wyoming.
2. Hospitals are fragile and suffering. They lose millions of dollars a year to Medicaid patients.
3. Our businesses pay federal taxes and the money should come back to us.
4. 17,600 lives do not currently have access to health insurance.
5. Every time we chip away money for small, local hospitals, it cripples them.

The Top 5 at 7:45 airs weekdays with me, Gary Freeman and is sponsored by First Education Federal Credit Union.