Resources

December 17, 2024

Q&A with Nissa Shaffi of Alliance of Community Health Plans

Nissa Shaffi, Associate Director of Policy at ACHP, brings a wealth of experience addressing healthcare disparities and shaping Medicaid and ACA policies. In this Q&A, we walk through her journey from patient advocacy to national policy leadership, discuss ACHP’s efforts to support community health plans, and highlight ACHP initiatives like coordination for dual-eligible populations and financial stability for rural health plans.

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Q&A with Jolene Rebertus of MN Department of Corrections

Jolene, Assistant Commissioner at the Minnesota Department of Corrections, shares insights from her 15-year career addressing disparities for justice-involved individuals. This Q&A focuses on programming from peer recovery support to partnerships with other agencies to improve reentry success.

Navigating New York's Financial Assistance Laws

Effective October 2024, NY implemented financial assistance laws aimed at healthcare providers. These rules mandate clear, accessible Medicaid and financial assistance policies for uninsured and underinsured individuals.

Healthcare Explained

October 18, 2024

Q&A with Nicky Kirby of Sprinter Health

Nick, VP of Partnerships at Sprinter, discusses how their unique in-home care model engages underserved members and closes care gaps. With a focus on preventive care, Sprinter leverages its matching technology to connect patients to community-based clinicians based on licensure, skills/expertise, availability, and geography.

October 18, 2024

Q&A with Kate Stets of Benevis

Kate, CFO at Benevis, shares her passion for expanding access to quality dental care for underserved communities, particularly those covered by Medicaid. With a background across healthcare sectors, she sees dental care as a vital piece of preventive health, helping reduce emergency visits for treatable dental issues.

How Immigration Status Affects Medicaid Eligibility

While U.S. citizens and certain eligible immigrants can qualify for Medicaid, most undocumented immigrants are not eligible for standard Medicaid coverage. On the other hand, undocumented seniors and children may be covered in special instances.

Navigating Medicaid

Exploring Healthcare Options When Turning 26

Turning 26 marks a significant milestone for many young adults as it often means transitioning out of their parent's health insurance coverage. Below are a few key healthcare options to consider when you turn 26.

Navigating Medicaid

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