Stay One Step Ahead: The Life-Saving Importance of Cancer Screenings with Medicaid and Medicare

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, but early detection through regular screenings significantly improves treatment outcomes and survival rates. Cancer screenings are powerful tools in preventive healthcare, helping to identify cancer in its early stages, often before symptoms appear. For those with Medicaid or Medicare, access to these life-saving screenings may be available … Read more

Key Steps by HHS to Help Families Maintain Medicaid and CHIP Insurance

 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced new steps to help people keep their health insurance as states begin checking eligibility for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) again. These checks were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic, and now HHS wants to ensure that more people can maintain their coverage or … Read more

How to Apply for Medicaid: A Guide for the 2025 Program Year

Open Enrollment Period For the 2025 program year, the open enrollment period for Medicaid will be from October 1st to October 31st, 2024. This is your designated window to apply for or renew your Medicaid coverage, so mark your calendar and ensure you complete the process within this timeframe. Eligibility and Invitations Eligible practices and … Read more

Medicaid Family Planning: Essential Guidelines and Best Practices for Access and Coverage

The CMCS Informational Bulletin from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on August 8, 2024, guides Medicaid coverage for family planning services. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring timely and equitable access to contraception and other family planning services, which are essential for reproductive health. Key Points:Medicaid and CHIP Coverage: Without cost-sharing, Medicaid … Read more