The below content has been transcribed from “Trump Overhauls Medicaid: How to Avoid Losing Your Health Plan”, and translated to English.
Carlos: Greetings from the Freedom Group. We are a group of companies that offer accounting, tax, financial planning, retirement, and real estate services—in short, we can help you in many ways. We have been serving our Hispanic community for over 20 years.
In this video, we’re going to talk about an extremely important topic because I don’t know if you’ve seen on the news that President Trump has announced he’s going to make certain revisions to the Medicaid plan. It’s important to know what this revision really entails because this could affect thousands of people who could be left without insurance, and it could even affect their immigration status. It’s important that you watch this video so you get all the information. To help me with this topic, I’m going to invite my colleague, Ms. Yenniree Medina.
How are you, Yenniree? Very well, Carlos, thank God. How are you?
Thank God, we’re doing very well. Yenniree is our expert, a true authority in the areas of health insurance, retirement plans, and financial planning. Yenniree, we know many people are calling our offices asking about this because they’ve seen on the news that President Trump has ordered an overhaul of the Medicaid plan, and we know this could affect many people.
What exactly did President Trump announce, and why is he doing this review now?
Yenniree: Well, the question really would be what the administration announced, right? When we talk about that, there are many regulations currently under review, and that includes Medicaid. What did they announce?
The CMS, which regulates Medicaid, announced that they will conduct detailed reviews of all Medicaid applications. So, who could this affect? All the people who have Medicaid and perhaps unknowingly didn’t qualify, but received the benefit.
Remember that Medicaid is a benefit only available to people who are permanent residents or citizens. What’s happening right now is that many people without permanent resident or citizen status have obtained Medicaid for their children or themselves. So, all these people who shouldn’t have been eligible for Medicaid are at risk of losing their coverage.
I could even say they’re going to lose it. We’ve already seen many people receiving text messages from the CMS, letters telling them they’re not eligible for Medicaid.
Carlos: So, it’s not really that the Trump administration is taking away benefits? It’s that Medicaid had certain requirements, and for years, people were getting Medicaid when they weren’t supposed to have it. So, basically, what the Trump administration is doing is enforcing the rules, making sure that people who have Medicaid are actually eligible, right?
Yenniree: That’s right, that’s right. It’s not something new. It’s not like Trump is imposing this now.
It’s always been this way. The law says that people who are eligible for Medicaid must have a defined status, such as permanent residency or citizenship. When we talk about residency, it’s not like I’ve lived here in the United States for 10 or 15 years and become a resident.
No, I have to have the green card granted by immigration to be eligible for a plan like Medicaid. So, for years, we’ve heard in our office from people who’ve just arrived in the country and are in some kind of immigration process, perhaps applying for asylum, or parole, or different ways of applying for immigration status. Now their children have Medicaid.
Now they have Medicaid, and we do, okay, but why do they have Medicaid if you’re literally not eligible for Medicaid? It’s not like someone helped me and now I have Medicaid. So, that’s what’s being put in place.
A lot of federal funds are being invested in these people who don’t really qualify, but there are many options. I mean, Medicaid isn’t the only option for us to have health coverage; there are many options. So, what they’re doing is, okay, they announced, we’re going to review, and all these people who applied and don’t qualify will be left without coverage.
Carlos: Could the government really take away these people’s coverage and also affect their immigration status?
Yenniree: Definitely yes. What was announced is that they will review it. The moment they look at the form or María Pérez’s case and realize that María Pérez isn’t a permanent resident or a citizen, that family will automatically lose coverage.
It’s not something that can happen. No, the order is already in place. They’re going to review all cases, and those who don’t qualify based on immigration status will have their Medicaid benefits taken away.
What can affect immigration status? It definitely can because these are federal funds, federal aid that is supposed to help a person who doesn’t have a status, who wants to become a citizen of the United States at some point, is already receiving aid, is already putting a strain on the government. Trump also announced that this information will be shared with immigration.
So, number one, they’re going to lose coverage, but while that happens, that information could still reach immigration. And currently, all these people who don’t have a defined immigration status really don’t need to be included on that list that will be sent to immigration, we can say, because there are other options.
Carlos: So, if the Medicaid rules establish—and they’re not new rules, they’ve always existed—that to qualify for Medicaid, you have to be a resident or citizen. How is it that so many people without this immigration status have been able to access Medicaid?
Yenniree: Often, due to misinformation, people don’t even know that a person arriving in this country doesn’t know that they have to be a resident or a citizen to obtain this benefit, and many people help them fill out the online application. There’s a question that asks if they’re a resident or not, and people answer yes, and there’s simply no further review, and the person receives the benefit. But other times, apart from misinformation, it’s because the question isn’t clear. As I mentioned earlier, living in the United States for a certain amount of time doesn’t make us residents.
So, they think, OK, I’ll put “yes” because I’ve lived here for 10 years, or for a month, or however long it is. So, many times people help them, they don’t realize it, or they just do it because, well, yes, let’s put “yes” so they’ll get the benefit. But what they’re actually doing is harming the person because they’re not supposed to get this Medicaid benefit.
So, you have to be very careful, you have to be informed before taking any step like this, because at the end of the day, it’s federal funds we’re using. Medicaid, Food Stamp, all of those things are federal funds we’re using, and if we don’t have the status we need to apply for, then it’s best not to have it.
Carlos: Okay, so if I’m one of those cases where, due to misinformation, I didn’t know, I was misguided, the agent who helped me get Medicaid didn’t tell me anything, and now I find myself in this situation where I’m not a resident, I’m not a citizen, and I’m getting Medicaid benefits, what can I do now?
Yenniree: You can call, you can contact us, and our team will be happy to help you. You can explore options. What we need to understand is that there’s not just Medicaid, there’s Obamacare, and there’s private insurance. We understand that there are people who can’t afford high insurance costs, but there are insurance plans through the health marketplace that can provide people, depending on their income, with plans starting at zero dollars a month, and they’re excellent plans.
If a person qualifies for Medicaid, it’s because they indicated they were low-income on the application. So, if you’re a low-income person, when we apply for your Obamacare, you’ll most likely be paying zero, in many cases, or very little for your monthly insurance, not just for one person, but for the entire family. So, if you have insurance through Obamacare, but your children are on Medicaid, it’s recommended that you enroll under your insurance.
Or if your entire family is on Medicaid, call us. We’ll evaluate your case and find the best option for you and your family. Regarding doctors, specialists, and co-pays, we’ll guide you through everything related to health insurance. Most importantly, you don’t have to wait until open enrollment.
You can call today and have insurance starting the first of next month. All insurance plans become effective the first of the following month. One of the conditions for us to apply outside the enrollment period is that you will lose coverage or have lost coverage within the past 60 days with your employer, with Medicaid, and this is one of the conditions that would apply in this case.
So, for more information, contact us. Any of our team will be able to assist you, evaluate your case, help you cancel Medicaid if necessary, and help you obtain an excellent health insurance policy that suits you and your family.
Carlos: Does this consultation have any cost?
Yenniree: The consultation with us is completely free. The advice is completely free. You don’t have to pay anything to come to our offices or to give us a call so we can help you with the entire process, not just enrolling or choosing a plan, but also the entire enrollment process, including submitting documents to the CMS, if necessary.
The entire process will be supported. Finding doctors, specialists, which hospitals to go to, what the network is like—all that information will be available to us for as long as the insurance is valid.
Carlos: And I think this is serious, right? And I think this is something people can’t wait too long to act on, right? I understand this is something the person needs to address now, right?
Yenniree: That’s right, Carlos. Many people are realizing this when they go to the doctor to take their children and tell them they don’t have insurance. Maybe Medicaid doesn’t have their address updated, and when they sent the letter, they didn’t receive it, and they’ve already realized they don’t have insurance, or they’re receiving the messages.
My advice to everyone is to look for another insurance option. If you’re not a permanent resident or a citizen, my advice is to look for another health insurance option that can be equally free, very good options, and that isn’t tied to Medicaid. You can do this before it’s canceled.
We help you with the entire Medicaid cancellation process, enrolling with another company, and so you can rest easy with everything you’re currently experiencing, all the reviews, and all the cases we’re handling.
Carlos: Okay, so if this is your case, right? You’re not a resident or a citizen of the United States. It’s important that you contact the Generae team as soon as possible. Take advantage of the consultation, it’s completely free. You can call them by phone or WhatsApp them at 407-344-1228, and they’ll give you great advice, not just on health insurance. They can help you with your finances, and the Generae team can help you in many, many ways.
But before this leads to negative consequences, it’s best to take action now. I suggest you contact the Generae team as soon as possible.
Generae, thank you so much for this super alert because I know there are many people who will benefit from this information.
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Generae, thank you so much for this super blessing of this extremely important information you’ve shared with us today. All right, have a nice day and may God bless you.
Summary: How to Avoid Losing Your Health Plan Under Trump’s Medicaid Overhaul
Major Changes to Medicaid Are Here—Are You Affected?
In this urgent episode, Carlos Hurst and Yenniree Medina of Freedom Insurance discuss the recent Medicaid policy shift ordered by President Trump’s administration. Under the directive, the federal government has started reviewing all Medicaid recipients to confirm legal eligibility. This change could result in thousands of people—especially immigrants without defined legal status—losing their health coverage immediately and potentially facing immigration consequences.
What’s Really Happening?
According to Yenniree Medina, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is now strictly enforcing long-standing rules: only U.S. citizens and permanent residents (green card holders) are eligible for full Medicaid benefits. Many individuals—due to misinformation or accidental errors—have been approved for Medicaid despite not meeting eligibility. These individuals are now receiving notices, text messages, or letters indicating that their coverage is being terminated.
Interesting Fact: According to CMS data, states have been instructed to reverify Medicaid eligibility for millions, and early audits show thousands of people may have received benefits without qualifying documentation.
Could This Affect Your Immigration Case?
Yes. Since Medicaid uses federal funds, receiving it while ineligible could negatively impact immigration status. The administration has also announced that Medicaid enrollment information will be shared with immigration authorities. If you’re in the process of adjusting your status, applying for asylum, or under parole, this could be considered a public charge issue, complicating your future applications.
Why So Many People Had Medicaid Without Being Eligible
The issue, Medina explains, stems from a mix of misinformation, unclear application forms, and lack of guidance. Some applicants, believing long-term U.S. residency made them eligible, marked “yes” to the residency question without understanding that only legal permanent residents or citizens qualify. In many cases, agents or well-meaning friends filled out applications incorrectly.
This has created a situation where people were unintentionally placed at legal and financial risk.
What You Can Do Right Now
If you are receiving Medicaid and are not a U.S. citizen or green card holder, you are likely at risk. But there is a solution. Freedom Insurance offers alternative health coverage options that are affordable and legal—even if you’re undocumented or in the immigration process.
These include:
- Marketplace insurance (Obamacare) with subsidies based on income
- Plans starting at $0/month, depending on financial qualifications
- Family plans that cover everyone legally and safely
- Support with canceling Medicaid and switching before termination
The best part? You don’t need to wait for Open Enrollment. Losing Medicaid qualifies you for a Special Enrollment Period, and you can secure a new policy that begins as early as the 1st of the next month.
All Consultations Are Free
Freedom Insurance provides completely free consultations, helping you:
- Cancel Medicaid properly
- Apply for new, legal insurance
- Understand your eligibility
- Get matched with doctors, urgent care centers, hospitals, and specialists
- Submit required documents to CMS
Everything is done for you, from beginning to end, with no cost and no risk. The goal is simple: protect your health and your future before this policy change causes greater harm.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Wait—Act Today
If you or your children are on Medicaid and you don’t have legal residency or citizenship, take action now. Don’t wait for your coverage to be cut or your case to be flagged by immigration. Contact the Freedom Insurance team today for safe, fast, and reliable solutions.
Learn More
To schedule your free consultation or speak with a licensed advisor:
📞 Call or WhatsApp Freedom Insurance at 407-344-1228
🔗 Visit https://freedominsurancefinancial.com
🔗 Learn about Medicaid eligibility requirements
🔗 Read about Special Enrollment Periods
About Freedom Insurance
Freedom Insurance, part of the Freedom family of companies, is a trusted bilingual insurance provider helping families navigate affordable health coverage options. Whether you’re facing Medicaid cancellation, need immigration-compliant plans, or simply want lower costs, our expert team is here for you every step of the way. We specialize in personalized, legal, and affordable insurance plans—designed with your future in mind.