Updated Guidance to States on End of the COVID Emergency

On March 3, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released a new letter to State Health Officials giving updated guidance as they plan for the eventual end of the COVID Public Health Emergency. The Feds hope the guidance will help states keep consumers connected to coverage by either renewing individuals' Medicaid or CHIP eligibility, or helping them look at other affordable federal and state-based health insurance options. We explain. --- 0:00 Updated Guidance to States 0:30 Previous guidance 0:54 CMS Updates 1:55 Impact 2:30 Toolkits --- CMS is also providing states with an Eligibility and Enrollment Planning tool https://www.medicaid.gov/resources-fo... CMS is also releasing a PHE Unwinding toolkit for states and groups that assist people with Medicaid coverage to help beneficiaries through the eligibility renewal process. https://www.medicaid.gov/resources-fo... Finally, CMS has refreshed a slide deck highlighting the role Managed Care Organizations can play in supporting states efforts. https://www.medicaid.gov/resources-fo... Read the Guidance to States: https://www.medicaid.gov/federal-poli... More Resources for States: https://www.medicaid.gov/resources-fo... 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.