Gov. Wolf: Medicaid, CHIP Recipients' COVID-19 Testing, Treatment Resources are Covered
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"We are prepared to mitigate COVID-19 throughout the commonwealth, and part of this mitigation includes ensuring that anyone who needs to be tested for COVID-19 can access the test," said Governor
The MA and CHIP programs will pay for COVID-19 testing when a health care practitioner determines it is needed, and prior authorization is not required. While there is no specific antiviral treatment for COVID-19, the MA and CHIP programs cover a broad range of services that help relieve symptoms.
"We are pleased to make this announcement today and thankful to our partners at the
Providers and patients can consult the Medicaid FAQOpens In A New Window and CHIP FAQOpens In A New Window for more information and answers to common questions related to medical assistance coverage and COVID-19 and information on who to contact if consumers need more information.
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