In Times Union, LAC Vice President Applauds Work of Medicaid Redesign Team

As lawmakers consider the proposals of Governor Andrew Cuomo's Medicaid Redesign Team, LAC Vice President Anita R. Marton applauds its approach to addiction prevention, treatment and recovery in a letter published in the Albany Times Union over the weekend:

Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Medicaid Redesign Team should be applauded for recommendations that reflect just how important addiction prevention, treatment and recovery support are for the health of our state.

The panel was thorough and thoughtful, seeking out stakeholder suggestions and incorporating many of them, including ideas to better coordinate these vital services. The result is a plan that will not only save the state large sums of money but also improve the health of many thousands of New Yorkers by strengthening services for people with or at risk for alcohol and drug problems.

The Legislature should join the Medicaid Redesign Team in addressing this widespread and devastating illness by enacting these important reforms.

Read the our press release on the MRT's report here and voice your support for its proposals on addiction treatment!