Time to Get It Right: State Actions Now Can Preserve Medicaid Coverage When Public Health Emergency Ends
This report outlines critical actions states should take to maintain Medicaid coverage as the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) concludes, aiming to prevent widespread loss of health insurance among eligible individuals.
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) emphasizes that with the impending end of the PHE, states will resume Medicaid eligibility redeterminations, potentially leading to significant coverage losses if not managed carefully.
The report recommends that states:
- Develop comprehensive plans to address the anticipated surge in eligibility reviews.
- Enhance communication strategies to effectively inform enrollees about necessary actions to maintain coverage.
- Simplify renewal processes to reduce administrative barriers and facilitate continued enrollment for eligible individuals.
By implementing these measures, states can mitigate the risk of eligible beneficiaries losing access to essential health services during the transition period.Â
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