Michigan Notifies CMS of Gov. Whitmer’s Intent to Seek Legislative Improvements to Healthy Michigan Plan Work Requirements
Today, Gov.
Whitmer announced her intentions in a letter to CMS Administrator
Continued approval of the Healthy Michigan Plan is contingent upon the state's acknowledgment and acceptance of the special terms and conditions of the amended waiver. This acceptance will allow the Healthy Michigan Plan to continue providing coverage to individuals currently enrolled while the governor and
"As governor, I am committed to doing everything in my power to defend Healthy Michigan and protect coverage for the 680,000 Michiganders who rely on it for quality care," said Whitmer. "That's why I plan to take steps in the coming weeks to work with our partners in the legislature to change the Healthy Michigan Plan so that it preserves coverage, promotes work, reduces red tape and minimizes administrative costs."
The updated waiver was requested to comply with Public Act 208 of 2018, which required changes to Healthy Michigan Plan program requirements including community engagement and increased cost sharing. CMS approved
An analysis of how similar work requirements were implemented in
The Healthy Michigan Plan launched
"According to research from the
For more information about the Healthy Michigan Plan, visit the Healthy Michigan Plan website.
To view the full letter, click on the link below:
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