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People with autism on Medicaid live 14 years less than the general public — can PCPs help?

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Study finds Medicaid beneficiaries with autism live 14 years less than general public

New research led by Guohua Li reveals that Medicaid beneficiaries with autism have significantly shorter lifespans than both other Medicaid beneficiaries and the general population, highlighting substantial health challenges faced by this vulnerable group throughout their lives.

Sep 28, 2026·2 sourcesPublic health researchHealthcare disparitiesAutism & broader neurodiversityMedicare policy
Study finds Medicaid beneficiaries with autism live 14 years less than general public
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Some states are taking a tougher stance as Medicaid work requirements kick in