THE SOUTH DESERVES EQUITABLE HEALTH COVERAGE
As part of our commitment to ensure equitable access to healthcare for all Southern residents, we provide crucial information and support regarding Medicaid, especially as we navigate the complexities of Medicaid Unwinding.
MEDICAID UNWINDING
Medicaid and CHIP provide health insurance coverage to millions of Americans. That coverage reached even more people during the pandemic as states were required to keep people continuously enrolled. Starting in Spring 2023 as pandemic protections ended, each state began a Medicaid Unwinding process to see which members are still eligible and to disenroll those who no longer qualify. This process is also called Medicaid redetermination or renewal. Medicaid Unwinding will end in April, May, and June 2024, depending on the state.
SEAP'S ROLE & HOW WE'RE HELPING
SEAP is supporting final outreach efforts in Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and North Carolina to make sure people are aware of the unwinding process and are connected to resources to help them navigate the process. We are coordinating…
MICROGRANTS
Providing up to 40 community-based organizations with microgrants and community outreach toolkits for outreach around Medicaid Unwinding.
TOWN HALLS
We hosted three telephone town halls for Spanish-speaking households in collaboration with CMS and state navigators. These informative calls, which included about 40,000 participants across three states, featured live Q&A and follow-up calls from navigators for one-on-one assistance.
DIGITAL OUTREACH
SEAP is expanding digital outreach through a partnership with Propel to reach food-insecure households through the Providers app.
RESOURCES
SEAP has crafted comprehensive one-pagers tailored to meet the unique information needs of residents in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina. Created with the community in mind, each document features key dates, actionable advice, and contact information for additional support, ensuring that everyone has the resources they need to navigate these changes confidently.
Until July 31, 2024, Marketplace-eligible consumers who are losing Medicaid or CHIP due to Unwinding can access the Unwinding Special Enrollment Period by submitting or updating an application through HealthCare.gov, a certified partner that supports SEPs, or the Marketplace Call Center. More information:
- Healthcare.gov (1-800-318-2596)
- Resources on Marketplace coverage for those who have lost Medicaid