Early Planning For The End of the Public Health Emergency
On August 13, CMS released a letter to State Health Officials designed to help states start to plan for the end of the public health emergency. We're not there yet - the Biden Administration had already announced it intends to keep the public health emergency declaration in place through calendar year 2021. But the letter helps give even more predictability for states as it outlines planned policy changes. We talk about some of the provisions in that letter, and what to expect next. --- 0:00 Feds Send Letter to States 0:38 More Time 1:48 One More Look 2:29 What's Next 3:09 Sources --- Read the Letter: https://www.medicaid.gov/federal-poli... Support HealthWatch Wisconsin with a tax deductible donation: https://www.paypal.me/healthwatchwisc... Visit our official website: https://healthwatchwisconsin.org Want to get in touch with us? Send an email: [email protected] About HealthWatch Wisconsin: HealthWatch Wisconsin is a nonprofit subsidiary of ABC for Health, Inc. working to promote improved access to health care coverage and services. HealthWatch Wisconsin actively shares materials, education, and trainings with health care professionals and consumers. On our YouTube channel, you will find content about health insurance and coverage programs like Medicaid, social security programs, and private health insurance. We stay on top of current events, policy, and rule changes. We also cover topics that intersect with health coverage for vulnerable populations, such as food, energy, and housing assistance programs. You will also find content on programs specific to Wisconsin such as: BadgerCare Plus eligibility, enrollment, and program rules and disability program rules and features for adults as well as children with special health care needs (CYSHCN). Finally, we share some tips and advocacy strategies.
