Louisiana Immigration Reporting Law Suppresses Medicaid Enrollment Among Eligible Families

Louisiana's year-old immigration reporting requirement is deterring eligible immigrants and their children from enrolling in Medicaid despite qualifying for coverage. The law creates a chilling effect on enrollment as families fear immigration consequences, even when children are U.S. citizens or otherwise eligible. State data shows enrollment declines among immigrant populations since implementation. The measure affects Medicaid managed care organizations through reduced enrollment and heightened barriers to reaching eligible populations, particularly children and pregnant women.

Managed Care · Maternal · CHIP