January 17, 2024 - Allentown, PA
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh, Pennie® Executive Director Devon Trolley, and Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) Deputy Commissioner Dave Buono joined representatives from Star Community Health today to discuss how the Shapiro Administration and local partners are working together to support Pennsylvanians through federal changes to Medicaid and CHIP renewal requirements, reminding those who do not have health insurance that they can still enroll in coverage for 2024. "All Pennsylvanians deserve the dignity and peace of mind in knowing they can access high-quality, affordable, local health care where and when it is needed. DHS wants to make sure people maintain their health coverage regardless of whether it comes from Medicaid, Pennie, CHIP, or another source," said Secretary Arkoosh. "If you receive your health care through the state or know someone who does, please make sure they complete their renewal on time so they don't risk a gap or loss in coverage. If you no longer qualify for Medicaid, don't worry; DHS will automatically connect you to Pennie, where you can find a high-quality, affordable health plan." Previously, the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic allowed for individuals to remain enrolled in Medicaid even if they became ineligible, except in certain circumstances. This was also known as the Medicaid continuous coverage requirement. A federal law ended this requirement in March 2023. Now, all Pennsylvanians receiving Medicaid or CHIP must once again complete their annual renewal when it is due to determine if they are still eligible for coverage.Speakers include:Mark Roberts - Exec. Dir., Star Community HealthDevon Trolley - Exec. Dir., PennieDave Buono - Deputy Commissioner, PA Insurance DepartmentPhil Armstrong - Lehigh County Executive
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