Disappearing Dentists: For Low-Income Nebraskans, Long Drives, Long Lines, Little Help
This story was originally published by Flatwater Free Press. Arline Morris’ teeth are failing fast. She can’t eat much, and struggles with constant pain
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This story was originally published by Flatwater Free Press. Arline Morris’ teeth are failing fast. She can’t eat much, and struggles with constant pain
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For many Nebraskans, it’s hard to get dental care. These patients, some in serious pain, face long drives, waits and little help. Why? Dentists say the state isn’t paying enough.
There’s a push in the Nebraska Legislature to substantially increase Medicaid funding and raise the reimbursement rates, but so far it hasn’t succeeded.
For many Nebraskans, it’s exceedingly hard to get dental care. These patients, some in serious pain, face long drives, long waits and little help. Why? Dentists say the state isn’t