Medicaid Is Changing: Here’s What You Need to Do If You Have It

If you have Medicaid or government health insurance, you’ll need to take important action soon. Within the next year, all Medicaid members will have to renew their benefits.

People with Medicaid were required to do this every year before the COVID-19 pandemic. That was put on pause for the past few years, but the process is going back to the way it used to be. Renewing is required each year, starting now.

Who’s eligible for Medicaid is changing too. Unfortunately, about 5.3 million to 14.2 million people may lose their Medicaid coverage over the next 18 months. Things like job changes, family size changes, and address changes can affect eligibility. Renewing ensures that your request to keep your insurance will be considered.