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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
8 years
Hi, Twitter! Medicaid here - can't wait to share the 73 million (and counting!) reasons why this program is so great! #myfirstTweet
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@MedicaidGov
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It was also 53 years ago today that marked the beginning of the federal state partnership that delivers #Medicaid coverage to millions of eligible Americans, including low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults & people w/disabilities. #MedicaidAnniversary .
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@MedicaidGov
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Today, @CMSGov released the refreshed Transformed Medicaid Information System (T-MSIS) Analytic Files for 2017 & 2018 for researchers to promote greater transparency & accountability in #Medicaid & #CHIP ! Learn more here:
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@MedicaidGov
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#CMS commits $50 Million to support states with Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery to apply, visit
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@MedicaidGov
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Make sure to join our list serve to receive important news & information on #Medicaid & #CHIP !
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@MedicaidGov
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Find the #Medicaid / #CHIP website for your state -->
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#CoverageMatters to over 73M #Medicaid & #CHIP beneficiaries
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. @CMSGov announces new guidance that describes how #Medicaid technology can provide states with tools to fight the #OpioidEpidemic #CrisisNextDoor
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Today, @CMSGov released guidance to states that helps streamline certification and reduce burden for their #Medicaid Information Technology projects for their enterprise systems. Learn more here:
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7 years
Want data? We’ve got it! Browse to discover our growing collection of #Medicaid and #CHIP #data
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@MedicaidGov
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#CMS appreciates the continued partnership w/states on Medicaid data collection through T-MSIS—we now have data from all states, DC & Puerto Rico! Now we are shifting our efforts to assess and improve data quality.
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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#Medicaid is providing support & raising awareness for #WorldAIDSDay . Check out how states can help.
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8 years
Hello Twitter universe! @Medicaidgov here, excited to join the conversation and talk all things #Medicaid and #CHIP !
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8 years
New! The monthly enrollment report now has #Medicaid only & #CHIP only data! Find out more here:
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We’re new here, but we’ve been doing #Medicaid for over 50 years. Follow us @Medicaidgov
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DYK? You can check state Expenditure Reporting for #Medicaid & #CHIP ? Learn more at:
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CMS is committed to improving access to dental & oral health services for children enrolled in #Medicaid & #CHIP . ➡
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Read how #Medicaid & #CHIP in partnership w/states work to improve the quality of care.
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Want to know more about #Medicaid and #CHIP ? Follow @Medicaidgov and find out.
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DYK? CMS is evaluating state data quality for #Medicaid and #CHIP to bring the best state data for policy and program review #transparency .
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2 years
Director of Medicaid Dan Tsai addressed the @StateMedicaid yesterday. He highlighted the growing partnerships with state Medicaid teams, issues of access, whole person care, and innovation, and included the importance of equity throughout.
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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In Jan. 2017, #Medicaid & #CHIP enrollment increased by nearly 426,000 as compared to Dec. 2016. Read more here:
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DYK? #Medicaid provides coverage to millions of low-income seniors eligible for #Medicaid and #Medicare . Learn more:
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Today we announced opportunities for states to expand mental health treatment services for adult #Medicaid beneficiaries w/serious mental illness or child beneficiaries w/serious emotional disturbance.
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#Medicaid covers services to address autism spectrum disorder under several different benefit categories.
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DYK? Expanding #Medicaid coverage to adults can give Veterans access to care they need, including both physical and mental health services.
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Thank you @NASHPhealth for hosting @CMSGov Deputy Administrator & Director Dan Tsai to speak at the #NASHPCONF22 with @samhsagov ! CMS shares SAMHSA’s commitment on providing opportunities for federal-state collaboration to improve care for those with behavioral health disorders
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@MedicaidGov
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Today, CMS approved a first of its kind state plan amendment (SPA) to allow California to fully eliminate the traditional “asset test”, drastically simplifying the state's Medicaid eligibility process. Read the full SPA for more information:
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MedicaidGov
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Hi there! We're new here, but excited to make new connections! Start following us for the latest news in #Medicaid & #CHIP
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#DYK : In April 2018, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was nearly 74 million. Learn more here:
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CMS is working w/TX & LA to ensure those with #Medicaid / #CHIP have access to care during emergency. #HoustonFloods #Texas #Louisiana #Harvey
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Vikki Wachino is leading the closing session at #NAMD2016 . Looking back: how has #Medicaid changed over the past 8 years. @statemedicaid
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#CoverageMatters to individual’s w/chronic conditions including mental health, substance abuse, asthma, diabetes & heart disease. #Medicaid
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6 years
States and Territories: make sure you have all the information you need for when a disaster hits:
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MedicaidGov
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Today, @CMSGov released a new set of #Medicaid and CHIP COVID-19 PHE Unwinding FAQs to help states prepare for the eventual end of the PHE. Learn more here:
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MedicaidGov
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Kids with health coverage are ready to learn both in the classroom and on the field. #BacktoSchool season is the perfect time to see if your kids are eligible for #Medicaid or #CHIP to get access to check-ups, vision and dental care, physicals and more:
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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#Medicaid allows a self-directed care delivery model as an alternative to traditionally delivered services.
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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Limited access to health care services can cause delays in disease detection. Learn more here:
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MedicaidGov
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ICYMI In Oct 2016, #Medicaid & #CHIP enrollment increased by over 45,000 as compared to Sept 2016. Check it out!!
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MedicaidGov
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About 1 in 5 Americans have a behavioral health condition, but only 56% receive treatment. #CMS recognizes that peer support providers, as consumers of mental health & substance use services, can be important in the delivery of effective treatment.
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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Did you know #Medicaid covers services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder? Learn more about the services covered today:
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MedicaidGov
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. @CMSGov issues a bulletin to states that amends the #Medicaid benefit in sec 1905(a)(16) of the Social Security Act to require Medicaid reimbursement for #EPSDT services for children under 21 who are receiving inpatient psychiatric hospital services.
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Curious about Autism Services in #Medicaid ? Read more here:
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#CMS finalizes rule to protect #Medicaid provider payments
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#Medicaid & #CHIP offer free or low-cost health insurance for kids & teens. Look here to find CHIP info by state:
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20M Americans are #ThankfulForCoverage they didn’t have before the #ACA . Tell us why that #CoverageMatters to you.
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Read the info bulletin for opportunities to advance HIV prevention & care within #Medicaid and #CHIP Programs.
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The core sets are tools for states to monitor and improve the quality of care provided to #Medicaid and #CHIP enrollees.
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Today, @CMSGov released an informational bulletin informing states about a partnership opportunity with state nutrition agencies to evaluate children for both free/reduced price school meals using #Medicaid data. Learn more here:
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#Medicaid covers EPSDT services to children under 21 years to ensure they receive all medically necessary care.
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DYK? In November 2017, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was over 74.2 million. Learn more here:
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With New Hampshire’s recent approval of adult dental Medicaid coverage, most states will now offer some #Medicaid coverage of preventative dental services. Learn more about Medicaid dental coverage:
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Read how CMS is improving quality and access to care for #Medicare - #Medicaid enrollees.
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MedicaidGov
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. @cmsgov released inaugural Substance Use Disorder Data Book with T-MSIS data
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In acknowledgement of the end of the transition period for implementation of the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) settings regulation, today we are sharing a joint statement with @ACLGov on this important milestone.
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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DYK? The “Community First Choice Option” has been helping #Medicaid beneficiaries since 2011
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MedicaidGov
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TN's 1115 proposal to add Medication Therapy Management has been approved. MTM will provide beneficiaries with SMI & SED with individualized attention help maintain their medication regimen. MTM will also increase collaboration between pharmacists & PCPs.
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#Medicaid data moving forward w/ T-MSIS, 49 states & PA CHIP in production representing 97% of the #Medicaid & #CHIP population,
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DYK? #Medicaid helps millions of seniors pay for #Medicare costs. Learn more:
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DYK? In April 2017, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was nearly 75 million. Learn more here:
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DYK? #Medicaid provides services to over 43 million people through a comprehensive managed care delivery system.
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Congrats @NJGov on today’s section 1115 demonstration approval! The demonstration will drive equitable health coverage to individuals w/ #Medicaid through health-related social needs, community-based services, behavioral health, postpartum coverage & more:
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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DKY? #Medicaid and #CHIP enrollment has increased by over 15.7 million since October 13. Learn more!
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DYK? #Medicaid ’s EPSDT benefit ensures your child can get the services they need to grow up healthy. See more here:
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MedicaidGov
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Today, @CMSGov released the #Medicaid 2020 Health Home Core Set chart pack and Measure Summaries that outline program-level and measure specific reporting on the quality of health care furnished to beneficiaries in these programs. Learn more here:
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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In August @CMSGov proposed a rule to streamline applications, verifications, and renewals to help older adults, people with disabilities, children, and others connect to and stay enrolled in health care coverage through #Medicaid and #CHIP
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@MedicaidGov
MedicaidGov
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Thank you @MHPA for hosting #Medicaid & #CHIP Deputy Administrator and Director Dan Tsai today to discuss the Biden-Harris Administration’s Medicaid priorities of equity, coverage & access, and innovation & whole-person care at #MHPA22 !
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MedicaidGov
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Recently, @CMSgov released a report that identifies best practices and potential solutions for reducing barriers to using services delivered via telehealth for children suffering from #SUD . #OPIOIDCRISIS #TRANSFORMINGMEDICAID Learn more here:
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MedicaidGov
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Thank you @ADvancingStates for hosting @CMSGov Deputy Administrator & Director Dan Tsai for his discussion earlier today at the 2022 HCBS Conference!
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@CHFSKy receives first approval under NEW 1115 #Medicaid Community Engagement Initiative.
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Today, @CMSGov announced the #Medicaid & #CHIP Behavioral Health Learning Collaborative to support states efforts to improve follow-up care for beneficiaries who have mental health or substance use disorder condition. Learn more here:
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DYK? In January 2018, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was over 74 million. Learn more here:
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MedicaidGov
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Wondering which states are live and submitting #Medicaid data to CMS? Here’s the map!
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MedicaidGov
7 years
54 - 1915(c) Home and Community Based Waivers provide services to individuals with autism.
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DYK? These states are submitting #Medicaid data to CMS: VA, AR, DE, CT, GA, PA, SC, NC, NV, PA CHIP, FL, NH, TN, AL, RI, IL, CO, DC, and WA
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In June 2017, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was over 74.4M! Learn more here:
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Learn how the 21st Century Cures Act fosters the independence of #Medicaid beneficiaries who have #disabilities !
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MACPro for Health Homes #Medicaid SPA is underway! Three states submitted in September! Check it out:
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#Medicaid provides coverage for 8.3M people who are enrolled in both #Medicaid & #Medicare . See what’s covered
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MedicaidGov
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July 26th marks the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! This landmark legislation has ensured that individuals with disabilities receive access to the resources and services they need to thrive. #ADA30 #ThanksToTheADA
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We are proud to have provided crucial health coverage to millions of Americans for the past 58 years and look forward to serving millions more in the years to come. #Medicaid
@BrooksLaSureCMS
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
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Happy 58th anniversary to @MedicareGov & @MedicaidGov ! #OTD in 1965 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare & Medicaid into law & presented Pres. Harry S. Truman with the very first Medicare card. Today, over 150 million people are covered by Medicare & Medicaid.
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At CMS, we are closely monitoring the #Medicaid renewal numbers that states are reporting. We will continue to work directly with states to help keep eligible individuals covered. Learn more about how CMS is supporting states:
@BrooksLaSureCMS
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
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We’re looking closely at the #Medicaid renewal numbers released by several states today. Keeping eligible people covered is our #1 priority. States need to do their part to keep people from losing coverage due to red tape.
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DYK? #Medicaid covers more than 32 million low income children. Learn more about enrollment here:
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Today @CMSgov announced 3 opportunities for states to better serve individuals dually eligible for #Medicare & #Medicaid ; giving opportunities for state flexibility to design innovative programs that best meet their unique needs. #TransformingMedicaid
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In November 2016, #Medicaid & #CHIP enrollment increased by over 36,000 as compared to October 2016. Read more here:
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Help spread the word and make a change. Nat'l Youth Enrollment Day: 12.10.16! #JustGetCovered #Medicaid & #CHIP
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To help better identify gaps and #HealthDisparities , @CMSGov released a final rule requiring annual state reporting of most measures on #Medicaid and CHIP’s “Core Sets” of national standardized quality measures.
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DYK? #Medicaid provides coverage to millions of low-income seniors eligible for #Medicaid and #Medicare . Learn more:
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Prevention is key! See how #Medicaid & states are undertaking efforts to expand access to preventive health care.
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Peace of mind. Freedom. Security. There are a lot of ways to describe how #Medicaid helps & why #CoverageMatters . What’s yours?
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Thanks for being part of #CMSQualCon16 ! Get materials from your favorite sessions at
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By focusing on results, through strong data & systems, #CMS and states can move toward a patient-centered health system that delivers higher value. See the updated FY 2017 voluntarily reported #Medicaid and #CHIP quality measures here:
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MedicaidGov
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We are proud to join  @MinorityHealth in celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and addressing the social determinants of health (SDOH) that challenge the positive health outcomes of Black communities:
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MedicaidGov
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Learn more about how #Medicaid & #CHIP are supporting access to care.
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You’re young, but not invincible. #JustGetCovered #MillennialMon #Medicaid & #CHIP
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#Medicaid had a great day at the @statemedicaid conference. #NAMD2016
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Today, @CMSGov released two tools to help states plan for when the COVID-19 PHE ends and regular eligibility redeterminations begins.
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#DYK : In March 2018, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was nearly 74 million? Learn more here:
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DYK? In July 2017, #Medicaid and #CHIP total enrollment was over 74.3 million. Learn more here:
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