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UPDATE TO MEDICAID COULD IMPROVE STUDENT HEALTH |
| New Georgia Medicaid change creates opportunity to invest in school health workforce
A new amendment to Georgia’s Medicaid program will now allow schools to bill for school nursing services provided to all Medicaid enrolled students. Previously, students needed an Individualized Education Program (IEP) in order for Medicaid to cover school nursing services, thus limiting the services schools could be reimbursed for.
Half of Georgia’s kids are covered by Medicaid or PeachCare, so this change is dramatic and creates an opportunity to bring in hundreds of millions of Medicaid dollars to Georgia’s school districts. The change to school Medicaid policy requires the Georgia Departments of Education and Community Health work together to ensure schools are able to successfully take advantage of this opportunity.
You can read more about the new update to Georgia Medicaid here or reach out to Whitney Griggs, GHF’s Health Policy Analyst, at wgriggs@healthyfuturega.org if you have questions. |
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GIVE ‘EM HEALTH TRIVIA NIGHT IS THIS THURSDAY!
& MEDICAID EXPANSION
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| Party with GHF & DJ WillyWow! on August 26!
GHF’s second annual Give ‘Em Health trivia night is tomorrow, Thursday, August 26th and today is the last day to register. DJ WillyWow is bringing his hype and fun to the celebration! In addition to DJ WillyWow’s award-winning party stylings, we will be recognizing state Representative Sharon Cooper for her impact on the health and well-being of Georgia children and families. Plus, the winning trivia team will go home with prizes and glory!
You won’t want to miss this great event! RSVP by today to join in the fun. Thank you for supporting GHF’s mission and work!
Sponsorships are available
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THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION VISITS WITH GEORGIA ADVOCATES
& MEDICAID EXPANSION
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| Health and Human Services Secretary, Xavier Becerra, hosts conversation with Georgians
Earlier this month, GHF’s Outreach Manager Knetta Adkins, joined fellow advocates, Members of Congress, and community members in a round table discussion with HHS Secretary Beccera. The discussion was an opportunity for community leaders to share the health care concerns and challenges affecting Georgians with the Biden Administration.
Knetta will share her take-aways from Secretary Beccera’s Georgia visit in an upcoming blog. We will share it on GHF’s Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn profiles so be sure your following us on your favorite social media platforms! |
| Tensions rise between Governor Kemp & Biden admin over Georgia’s ACA waiver
Back in June, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requested more data from Governor Kemp rabout his proposed ACA waiver, which would disallow Georgia from using healthcare.gov. State leaders declined to provide updated data and information, instead suggesting that federal officials were not acting in good faith.
Now CMS has responded to that letter and given Georgia until August 29th to provide the requested data. CMS has said that if Georgia still refuses to provide the data, they will re-evaluate the data without the state’s input and “take appropriate action” if they find the waiver no longer meets federal guidelines. |
| Confused about what’s happening with Gov. Kemp’s two health care waivers? Cover Georgia has the latest on this handy timeline. |
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SAVE THE DATE: POLICY FORUM ON SEPTEMBER 23RD
& MEDICAID EXPANSION
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| Join GHF for a discussion of affordability, access, & consumer views on policy fixes on September 23rd!
Please join Georgians for a Healthy Future and health care leaders to discuss the results from the Consumer Healthcare Experience State Survey, conducted by Altarum. The survey asked more than 950 Georgia consumers about their experiences and views on a range of health system issues, including affordability, prescription drugs, confidence in using the health system, and views on potential policy fixes. The statewide and regional results shine a light on the msot promising areas for action to address Georgians’ health needs. The forum will be held virtually on September 23rd from 9 – 11 am. Please stay tuned for more details! |
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