Low-income patients with diabetes are more likely to experience insurance instability

Researchers find people who lose Medicaid coverage also likely to remain uninsured, especially those with the most complex needs

By Angela Yeager April 18, 2025 Portland, Oregon

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Nathalie Huguet, Ph.D. (OHSU)

Low-income patients with diabetes are more likely to experience insurance instability

A study led by Oregon Health & Science University found that low-income adults with diabetes are 25% more likely to experience insurance instability, particularly those with complex medication regimens or complications, as they go in and out of health coverage. (OHSU)