Response to Comments

CMS-2022-0002-0001(CMS–10410) Medicaid Program; Eligibility Changes under the Affordable Care Act of 2010

Comment #1:

Name: Anonymous Anonymous

Comment: Eligibility changes are needed

Response:

Thank you for the comment. CMS has worked over the years to assist state agencies in the implementation of the Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) eligibility and enrollment provisions of the Affordable Care Act of 2010, including in the establishment of coordinated and efficient eligibility and enrollment systems. CMS continuously works with state agencies and other community stakeholders to ensure proper and efficient implementation of Medicaid and CHIP eligibility and enrollment rules and regulations. CMS also works closely with states and other stakeholders to address the need for new or updated guidance from CMS. For example, On December 4, 2020, we released a Center Informational Bulletin, or CIB, out outlining current federal regulations and expectations for completing redeterminations of eligibility for Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries.  In addition, CMS has held a number of webinars through the Medicaid and CHIP Learning Collaborative including guidance on the use of a single streamlined application, ensuring timely and accurate eligibility determinations, and ensuring continuity of coverage for former foster youth.