Minnesota is extending the deadline to renew Medical Assistance for 35,500 people whose renewal paperwork is overdue for July 1 coverage.
But people should still send in their renewal form and any required documentation as soon as possible to avoid gaps in their health insurance.
The state is working with the federal government to avoid ending Medical Assistance coverage for people who may still qualify, but face barriers such as not receiving the form in the mail. Medical Assistance is Minnesota’s Medicaid program.
“We don’t want anyone to lose their health insurance,” said Human Services Commissioner Jodi Harpstead. “Our goal is for every eligible Minnesotan to keep their Medical Assistance.”
DHS is taking advantage of an option offered by the federal government to extend the July 1 deadline to Aug. 1. The change will apply to the first group of families and children renewing their Medical Assistance since the pandemic.
People already determined ineligible for Medical Assistance will still lose coverage July 1. Some are newly qualified for MinnesotaCare beginning on that date. Others can get help finding insurance options through MNsure.
More information is in a department news release and at mn.gov/dhs/renewmycoverage.
Minnesotans with Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare can now look up the month they can expect their health insurance renewal forms to arrive in the mail.
The online lookup tool is at mn.gov/dhs/renewmycoverage.
People must enter the case number printed on their notices or premium bills and the member number listed on their Minnesota Health Care Program card. If a person doesn’t know their case or member number, they can call their county or Tribal worker.
When the forms arrive, it’s essential to complete and return them promptly with any necessary documentation. If people who are eligible don’t return the forms, they may lose their health insurance.
“The renewal lookup lets them know when to watch their mail so they can do everything possible to keep their health insurance,” said Human Services Commissioner Jodi Harpstead.
More information is in a department news release, which is also available in Español, Af Soomaali, Lus Hmoob, Tiếng Việt and Pусский.
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