But Democrats say many of the problems are of the governor’s own making.
Joe Lawlor
Staff Writer
Joe Lawlor writes about health and human services for the Press Herald. A 24-year newspaper veteran, Lawlor has worked in Ohio, Michigan and Virginia before relocating to Maine in 2013 to join the Press Herald. He is still considered “from away” but since then, he has learned what a “dooryard” is, eaten “whoopie pies” drank Moxie and boiled some “lobstahs.” The stories he enjoys most are when he learns something and meeting inspiring people.
He lives in South Portland - aka “SoPo” - with his wife, Melanie, and two school-age children.
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Democrat says Maine DHHS stalling on rides broker
Despite pressure to reduce missed pickups or drop the company, Commissioner Mayhew says the decision will not be rushed.
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State deciding fate of troubled MaineCare rides broker
As DHHS reviews data from the troubled broker, a nonprofit group is set to deliver 400 petitions demanding fixes to the deficient system.
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Charlie’s brief stay on Earth made a lasting impression
A Maine baby born with cancer dies after 17 days but inspires others.
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Michaud slams governor over MaineCare rides program
The response to service chaos has been weak, says the congressman. A LePage aide fires back: Go fix Obamacare problems.
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Health care website may be starting to work, Maine sources say
Only 271 Mainers were able to enroll in insurance plans online through the first month, but the federal government has promised improvements.
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Controversial MaineCare audits to also target hospitals
Health care providers may face heavy fines for small errors like the $800,000 in fines levied on dentists.
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MaineCare dentists say minor clerical errors draw massive fines
Some clinics face more than $200,000 in penalties under a new audit system that threatens to wipe out services for kids.
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LePage signals interest in Medicaid expansion compromise
Legislators are starting to discuss state-designed alternatives.
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Lawmakers, public criticize DHHS for being lenient on Connecticut company for missed MaineCare rides
While the agency put the company under the equivalent of probation for subpar work, it also gave them two more months to make improvements — almost double the time the company has been on the job.