Previously, we had reported on a lawsuit filed by the National Health Law Program (NHeLP) on behalf of consumer assisters which challenged restrictions from the state of Missouri on navigators and other consumer assistance programs. On Thursday, a federal district court judge ruled that Missouri could not enforce these restrictions. To read more about the […] Read More »
Commonwealth Fund Report Highlights Survey of Consumer Experiences
The Commonwealth Fund recently issued a report which highlights a nationally representative random survey they conducted of consumers regarding their experiences with the ACA marketplaces. The full report can be found here while a slideshow presentation of the findings can be found here. Read More »
George Washington University Releases Report on Health Centers, Enrollment Efforts and State Policies
Last week the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services released a policy research brief which discusses the involvement of Federally Qualified Health Centers and their role with education, outreach and enrollment in the ACA marketplaces and how these efforts have been impacted by various state policies. To read the report, click […] Read More »
Coverage through High Risk Pools Extended through March 2014
We recently reported that the Administration had extended the coverage for the high risk pools to the end of January 2014. Yesterday, CMS announced that individuals covered by the high risk pools will be able to continue coverage under this plan for two additional months through March 31, 2014. To read more, click here. Read More »
Still Time to Get Enrolled for February 1
There’s still time to enroll and have coverage as soon as February 1. All you have to do is sign up with the Health Insurance Marketplace by Wednesday, January 15. There are three ways for you to get covered. You can enroll online (HealthCare.gov), over the phone (800-318-2596), or with in-person assistance (localhelp.healthcare.gov). Read More »
CMS Issues Guidance on Individual Policies for Those on the High Risk Pools
On Friday, CMS issued guidance on the sale of individual policies to individuals who will be losing their coverage at the end of January due to the closure of the high risk pools. To read this guidance, click here. Read More »
Kaiser Health News Article on Churning
Don’t miss this informative article from Kaiser Health News explaining the process of “churning” (when patients shift health coverage between Medicaid and the marketplace) and what some are doing to minimize its effects. For the article, click here. Read More »
AAHD to Host Webinar with United Spinal Association
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) and United Spinal Association, an NDNRC partner, are presenting a webinar on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 2:00PM to highlight resources available through the NDNRC and profile consumers who rely on NDNRC’s expertise. The webinar is designed for anyone involved in enrolling individuals in the healthcare marketplaces and […] Read More »
NDNRC Publishes Disability Guide
The NDNRC is pleased to announce the publication of its technical assistance guide to inform navigators and other enrollment specialists about special considerations people with disabilities face as they shop for healthcare coverage. To access the guide, click here. Read More »
CMS Releases Fact Sheet with Tips for Enrollment Specialists
CMS has released a tips fact sheet designed to help in person assisters when a consumer is having issues with eligibility or plan selection. For the fact sheet, click here. Read More »