Medicaid Archives

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06 Aug What are Medicaid Spend Down Programs?

Posted at 08:00h in Medicaid by Triage Cancer

Medicaid is a federal program that provides health insurance coverage to qualified individuals, such as individuals or families with lower incomes. Medicaid is administered at the state level and states can apply to the federal government for waivers, to customize their programs. For example, some...

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09 Jul How Financial Assistance Can Impact Your Government Benefits

Posted at 08:00h in Disability Insurance by Triage Cancer

Cancer is expensive. And, it is common for people to need financial help to pay for the cost of care and daily living expenses, and to help offset the loss of wages when taking time off work. But, if you are getting financial help, like through...

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20 Feb Can Noncitizens Buy Health Insurance Marketplace Plans?

Posted at 08:00h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

In order to buy a plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace, someone must (1) live in the United States; (2) be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, or be lawfully present in the U.S.; and (3) not be incarcerated. If you are a U.S. “resident”...

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31 Oct Cancer News You Need: New State Laws on Paid Leave, Medicaid, Fertility, & Medical Debt

Posted at 09:00h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

This blog covers the latest news you need about new state legislation, laws, and programs that may impact the cancer community. We have information on health insurance coverage for biomarker testing, fertility preservation, oral chemo, and Medicaid expansion. State Updates As of 8/1/23, employers in Louisiana...

17 Oct How to Keep Health Insurance During Medicaid “Unwinding”

Posted at 10:02h in Medicaid by Triage Cancer

Do you have Medicaid? Have you heard that Medicaid is “unwinding?” Wondering what that means? Have you, or someone in your family recently gone to the doctor or the pharmacy, and found out that your Medicaid coverage was cancelled? This blog will explain what is Medicaid...

A man, who works in construction, is turning 65 and wondering about his employer health insurance plan and medicare.

12 Sep Leaving a Job During Cancer: What You Need to Know

Posted at 08:00h in Disability Insurance, Employment, Health Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare by Triage Cancer

After a cancer diagnosis, you may find it challenging to balance your health needs and work responsibilities. If you’re finding it difficult to work, know that you have options, whether it’s getting accommodations, taking time off, going out on disability, or to stop working entirely. Whatever...

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05 Jul Cancer News You Need: New Laws on Biomarker Testing, Fertility Preservation, Oral Chemo, & Medicaid Expansion

Posted at 08:00h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

This blog covers the latest news you need about new legislation, laws, and programs that may impact the cancer community. We have information on health insurance coverage for biomarker testing, fertility preservation, oral chemo, and Medicaid expansion. National Updates Federal “oral chemo parity” legislation: This would...

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09 May What You Need to Know Before Entering a Nursing Home

Posted at 08:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Finances, Medicaid, Medical Care, Medicare by Triage Cancer

Choosing the right nursing home can feel overwhelming. While trying to make sure that you find a facility that will provide quality care for you or a family member, and be a comfortable place to stay, you also need to make sure that you can...

04 Apr Cancer News You Need: Coverage for Free Preventative Services Challenged, Medicaid Expansion, Paid Family Leave and more

Posted at 08:00h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

Here is the latest news you need about laws and programs that may impact the cancer community, including changes to health insurance coverage, Medicaid, and taking time off of work. National Updates Free preventative services required by the Affordable Care Act may be in danger. A...

A person wearing a white shirt with pink dots is carrying a clip board with a piece of paper that says "short term plan" and the words are crossed out in red.

28 Mar Losing Medicaid or Other Insurance? Beware of Short-term Health Plans

Posted at 08:00h in COVID-19, Employment, Finances, Health Insurance, Medicaid, Medical Care by Triage Cancer

Are you losing your health insurance and wondering about your options? You may have heard of a short-term health insurance plan. Before picking this plan option, it is important to understand how it may not cover your care. This blog explains what a short-term health...