Apple Health eligibility updates for COVID-19

Washington State Health Care Authority sent this bulletin at 03/27/2020 10:34 AM PDT

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Apple Health eligibility updates for COVID-19

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Health Care Authority (HCA) and its partners are taking the necessary steps to ensure individuals maintain their Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage. These steps include, but are not limited to, accepting attestation for retroactive medical coverage and granting an additional 30 days to provide verification.

Where can I find this information?

Find more details on these changes on the HCA COVID-19 webpage.
For more updates on Apple Health eligibility, visit the HCA Stakeholder Training and Education webpage under COVID-19 eligibility and enrollment.

HCA strives to deliver important information to partners and stakeholders – especially in times of rapid change. Stay informed by viewing updates posted to the HCA COVID-19 webpage.

About the Health Care Authority (HCA)

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is committed to whole-person care, integrating physical health and behavioral health services for better results and healthier residents.

HCA purchases health care for more than 2.5 million Washington residents through Apple Health (Medicaid), the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) Program, the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program, and the COFA Islander Health Care Program. As the largest health care purchaser in the state, we lead the effort to transform health care, helping ensure Washington residents have access to better health and better care at a lower cost.

Please do not reply directly to this message. For more information, visit the HCA website, where you'll also find contact information.

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