Healthcare Policy
Mississippi Healthcare Policy 2026
Medicaid expansion status, ACA coverage, uninsured rates, and how healthcare shapes the 2026 elections in Mississippi.
No
Medicaid Expanded
14.2%
Uninsured Rate
105,000
ACA Marketplace Enrollees
Federal
Exchange Type
Key Healthcare Provisions
| Medicaid Expansion (ACA) | No |
| Reproductive Healthcare | Banned |
| Mental Health Parity | Limited parity |
| Drug Pricing Policy | Not regulated |
Healthcare System Overview
Mississippi has the highest uninsured rate in the nation (14.2%) and has not expanded Medicaid. Around 200,000 Mississippians are in the coverage gap. The state also has the worst health outcomes nationally across multiple metrics.
2026 Political Impact
Mississippi refuses Medicaid expansion despite having the worst health outcomes and highest poverty rate in the nation. Rural hospitals are closing. Healthcare is a significant but difficult political issue.