Adriana Ramos-Yamamoto (she/her/hers)
Senior Policy Analyst
Adriana Ramos-Yamamoto, Senior Policy Analyst, conducts research and analysis on issues that impact the health and well-being of Californians with the goal of advancing health equity: ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to be healthy and thrive, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or zip code. While her work is primarily focused on health care and behavioral health, Adriana also supports the Budget Center’s work on the social determinants of health, recognizing that a wide range of budget and policy decisions can positively impact the health and well-being of Californians.
Prior to joining the Budget Center, Adriana worked as a health policy associate at The Children’s Partnership and as a graduate student intern and health educator at the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Adriana earned her master’s degree in public health from the University of Southern California and her bachelor’s degree in government from Claremont McKenna College.
Adriana hails from Wildomar, California and is a daughter of Mexican immigrants. She usually spends her free time creating Spotify playlists or playing video games.
meet the expert: Adriana Ramos-Yamamoto
Read more about Adriana's story and the work she's doing at the Budget Center in our Q&A.
Recent posts by Adriana Ramos-Yamamoto
-
Report
Paperwork Over People: Why Republican “Work Requirements” Fail Families
key takeaway Republican budget proposals would impose harsh and ineffective “work requirements” that restrict access to health care, food, and other necessities for millions of Americans. These “work requirements” are just paperwork barriers, not solutions. Federal policymakers should reject them. All Californians, no matter their race, gender, or zip code, deserve to have affordable health …Federal PolicyHealth & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
Republicans Are Pushing Medicaid Cuts — Here’s How They’d Affect California
Congressional Republicans and the Trump administration are pushing for proposals to cut Medicaid funding in favor of extended tax breaks for the wealthy. These cuts threaten critical health care for millions of people across the state, including children, pregnant individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities. Without access to health coverage, Californians would face impossible choices …Federal PolicyHealth & Safety Net -
Q&A
Q&A: Understanding Medi-Cal Coverage, Funding, and the Threat of Federal Cuts
Medi-Cal saves lives. It’s a lifeline that provides free or low-cost health coverage for over one-third of California’s population. Yet Congressional Republicans and the Trump administration are actively pushing proposals to cut Medicaid funding in favor of tax breaks for the wealthy. Such cuts would mean taking critical care away from millions of people across …Federal PolicyHealth & Safety Net -
5Facts
Universal Health Coverage in California: Progress and Key Policy Actions
Affordable health care is essential for everyone to be healthy and thrive. Having health insurance coverage helps lower out-of-pocket expenses and ensures access to preventive care, which in turn supports workforce participation and education. While California has made great strides in lowering the uninsured rate and expanding health care access, policymakers can take further action …Health & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
California Sees Health Gains for Undocumented Residents After Medi-Cal Expansion
key takeaway California’s expansion of Medi-Cal to include all eligible residents, regardless of immigration status, has improved health outcomes for non-citizen children. However, gaps remain for undocumented adults who lack coverage, highlighting the need for continued efforts to promote health equity and economic stability for all Californians. Immigrants are an integral part of California’s communities …Health & Safety Net
