A significant number of people are awaiting Medicaid approval. The process can be lengthy, causing anxiety for those involved. For instance, a woman who became pregnant with her third child had to wait for an update on her Medicaid application.

She had submitted her application months prior, but did not receive any news until she was well into her pregnancy. Early medical care is important, especially during the initial stages of pregnancy.

Further details about the situation and the experiences of others are available from the original report, which includes data analysis and personal stories.