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Understanding Medicaid

Medicaid covers millions of children across the U.S., providing them with the coverage and services they need to become healthy and productive adults. A strong Medicaid program is an important investment for children and the country.

COVID-19 Update: our resource hub for children’s hospitals tracks policy-related resources helpful to your work during the COVID-19 crisis.

 

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Medicaid 101
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Medicaid 101 Sept. 13, 2019

Learn why Medicaid is a critical investment in our kids.


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COVID-19: Policy Resources for Children's Hospitals
June 2, 2020

This resource hub is designed to help you track policy-related resources helpful to your work during the COVID-19 crisis.

Analysis or Summary
State Actions to Allow Patient Care Reengagement During the COVID-19 Crisis
May 29, 2020

This chart provides a general snapshot of state officials’ authorizations to permit health care providers to return to full patient care operations.

Analysis or Summary
Chart of Section 1135 Waivers for State Medicaid/CHIP COVID-19 Response
May 29, 2020

This chart summarizes approved state 1135 waivers of Medicaid and CHIP requirements and will be updated as CMS approves additional states' requests.

Toolkit
COVID-19 Relief Talking Points for HHS/Administration
May 27, 2020

Urge HHS to provide immediate additional relief from the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund (PHSSEF) to children's hospitals.

Talking Points
Support Children’s Hospitals in COVID-19 Emergency Relief
May 22, 2020

Congress provide additional direct relief to health care providers, including $10 billion specifically for children's hospitals.

Analysis or Summary
Congressional Relief Legislation and Children's Hospitals Requests in Response to COVID-19
May 20, 2020

Three congressional packages and one supplemental for COVID-19 relief have passed to date. Read more about them here.

Letter or Testimony
Federal Lawmakers Advocate for Children's Hospitals' COVID-19 Needs
April 20, 2020

Lawmakers sent letters to congressional leadership and HHS asking that additional funding and resources be allotted to children's hospitals during COVID-19.

Press Release
Children's Hospitals Address National Surge Capacity
April 3, 2020

CHA releases pediatric guidance informing local coordinator of hospital beds, staff and supplies for COVID-19 patients.

Letter or Testimony
CHA Sends Letter to Senate Finance Committee on Solutions to Improve Maternal Health
April 3, 2020

We submitted a letter in response to the Senate Finance Committee's RFI on maternal mortality and morbidity.

Press Release
Children’s Hospitals Thank Congress for COVID-19 Prevention and Preparation Funding
March 26, 2020

Children's hospitals thank Congress for crucial funding during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Letter or Testimony
CMS RFI on Coordinating Care from Out-of-State Providers for Children with Medically Complex Conditions
March 25, 2020

We submitted a response to the RFI on coordinating care from out-of-state providers for children with medically complex conditions.

Announcement or News
Join Every Child Counts Day to Promote the 2020 Census
March 13, 2020

Efforts are ramping up to highlight the importance of counting all kids in the 2020 Census.

Talking Points
MFAR Risks Children's Access to Care
March 12, 2020

Children's hospitals, along with a broad array of Medicaid stakeholders, urge CMS to withdraw MFAR.

Letter or Testimony
CHA Endorses Kids' Access to Primary Care Act of 2020
March 11, 2020

We joined allied kids groups in endorsing the Kids' Access to Primary Care Act of 2020.

Talking Points
Urge Congress to Pass Relief from Pending DSH Cuts and Address Third Party Payment Issue
March 4, 2020

Children's hospitals urge Congress to take further action to prevent the Medicaid DSH cuts from going into effect.

Talking Points
Co-sponsor the Accelerating Kids' Access to Care Act (H.R. 5900)
February 21, 2020

Members of Congress are encouraged to co-sponsor H.R. 5900, The Accelerating Kids' Access to Care Act of 2020.

Analysis or Summary
White House FY 2021 Budget Request Highlights
February 14, 2020

CHA has summarized important sections of the president's FY 2021 budget for children's hospitals, including proposals for Medicaid and CHGME.

Press Release
President’s Budget Risks Children’s Health
February 11, 2020

Children's hospitals call on Congress to instead strengthen our investment in children’s health.

Fact Sheet
Health Care Coverage Sources for America's Children
February 7, 2020

Children receive health care coverage through an array of programs that protects our nation's kids, and investment in that system remains critical.

Fact Sheet
Kids Rely on Medicaid
February 7, 2020

Medicaid helps our kids lead better lives and was designed with kids in mind.

Talking Points
Solutions to Protect Patients from Surprise Bills Must Also Protect Children’s Health
January 31, 2020

The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved legislation to address surprise medical bills. Talking points on surprise billing are available.

Analysis or Summary
Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation Summary
January 31, 2020

CHA submitted comments to CMS on the Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation.

Press Release
Children's Hospitals Call on CMS to Withdraw Block Grant Guidance to States
January 30, 2020

Children's hospitals call on CMS to withdraw Medicaid block grant guidance to states.

Analysis or Summary
Administrative Actions Chart
January 30, 2020

An overview of federal regulations and other administrative guidance of interest to children's hospitals.

Article
Children's Hospitals Enter 2020 With Renewed Focus on Priorities
January 30, 2020

A new year presents new opportunities.

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