COVID-19

Continuous Medicaid eligibility during PHE improved postpartum coverage

March 13, 2024 - The continuous Medicaid eligibility requirement during the COVID-19 public health emergency was associated with increased postpartum Medicaid enrollment and reduced uninsurance, according to a study published in JAMA Health Forum. Health insurance can help ensure access to physical and mental healthcare after childbirth. Federal law requires all...


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How Do Payers Cover COVID-19 Vaccines, Treatments, and Tests Post-PHE?

by Victoria Bailey

After the public health emergency (PHE) ended, many federal regulations that facilitated access to COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests expired. While some policies may still apply, coverage...

NY Health Plan Helps Members Navigate Health Insurance Renewals

by Victoria Bailey

New York-based health plan Healthfirst has launched a campaign to help members navigate health insurance renewals in a post-public health emergency (PHE) world. During the COVID-19 PHE, Healthfirst...