COVID-19 & the Uninsured: How PA Should Prepare
The COVID-19 crisis is increasing the number of uninsured. The COVID-19 crisis has impacted individuals in unimaginable ways physically, emotionally,
The U.S. House of Representatives Introduces the HEROES Act
Our nation is facing the greatest public health and economic crisis we’ve seen in decades as a result of the COVID pandemic. Congress has already
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Announces New Emergency Assistance Program
On Friday, May 8th, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services announced a new, temporary cash assistance program for low-income families to help t
PHAN’s Healthcare Policy Agenda for PA’s Response to COVID-19
The COVID-19 crisis has exposed significant flaws in our healthcare system, and this agenda is aimed at shorter-term fixes that will keep Pennsylvania
Medicaid Coverage During COVID-19
Here's what you need to know if you are receiving or interested in applying for Medicaid Coverage, also known in Pennsylvania as Medical Assistance or
What Counts as Income When You’re Enrolling in Health Insurance?
Figuring out what sources of income to include in applications for Medicaid and Marketplace coverage can be confusing and overwhelming. For the most p
Congressional Leadership Must Protect Medicaid in the COVID-19 Crisis
More Pennsylvanians will rely on Medicaid for their health insurance coverage as Pennsylvania responds to the crisis created by the novel coronavirus,
Need Health Insurance? Act Now!
Need Health Insurance? Act Now! We are living in uncertain times during the COVID-19 crisis, and for many, it's resulted in a loss of employment or h
PA Unveils Proposed Medicaid Contracts for 2021
For 2021, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) unveiled a proposed contract with important provisions for those on Medicaid. These chan
An Introduction to the Medical Assistance Transportation Program
What is the Medical Assistance Transportation Program? Pennsylvania provides free transportation for medically necessary appointments on behalf of in