Ahead of Open Enrollment, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Presses HHS on Navigator Funding
In past years, the federal grant process for Navigators was underway by April, but as of today, CMS has yet to put out a formal call for grant applications. The Administration has also failed to provide details on how much money will be available to groups, adding to the uncertainty for Navigators only a year after many had their funding significantly reduced. It is clear that the Administration's attempts to sabotage the health care system continue.
"We are writing to request that you immediately release funding details for the Navigators program for the upcoming Open Enrollment period for 2019," wrote the Senators. "Any further delay would be just another example of the
The Navigator program, required by federal law, plays a vital role in helping consumers prepare electronic and paper applications to establish eligibility and enroll in coverage through the Marketplaces and potentially qualify for insurance affordability programs. They also provide outreach, education and assistance to underserved populations, including individuals with limited English proficiency, complex financial circumstances and those eligible for Medicaid.
In addition to
A full copy of the letter can be found here (https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/Casey%20Baldwin%20Navigator%20Lettter.pdf).
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