Over-the-Counter Oral Contraceptive Pills September 27, 2024 Issue Brief Oral contraceptives are the most commonly used method of reversible contraception in the U.S. In July 2023, the FDA approved Opill, the first daily oral contraceptive pill to become available over the counter (OTC) without a doctor’s prescription. This issue brief provides an overview of OTC oral contraceptives and laws and policies related to insurance coverage.
Section 1115 Waiver Watch: Medicaid Pre-Release Services for People Who Are Incarcerated August 19, 2024 Issue Brief In April 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released guidance encouraging states to apply for a new Section 1115 demonstration opportunity to test transition-related strategies to support community reentry for people who are incarcerated. As of August 19, 2024, CMS has approved Section 1115 reentry waiver requests from 11 states, while 13 additional reentry waivers remain pending.
The Connection Between Social Security Disability Benefits and Health Coverage Through Medicaid and Medicare September 10, 2024 Issue Brief This analysis examines who was eligible for Medicare and/or Medicaid between 2002 and 2022 because they received disability benefits from one of the country’s Social Security disability programs, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI.) Many who receive SSDI and SSI qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, known as dual-eligible individuals.
New Data Show Children are Experiencing Increases in Poverty and Uninsurance September 16, 2024 Quick Take New poverty data show the supplemental poverty rate for children remains more than double what it was in 2021.
Medicaid Efforts to Address Racial Health Disparities July 1, 2024 Issue Brief Medicaid programs are a major source of coverage for people of color and a potential mechanism to address racial health disparities. This issue brief provides insight into ways Medicaid can mitigate racial health disparities, how coverage may vary by race and ethnicity, and other Medicaid initiatives states pursuing to address racial disparities in health and health care.
Immunizations for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on immunizations for adults covered under the ACA.
Preventive Health Care Services for Adults Covered Under the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on preventive services covered under the ACA for cancer, sexual health, pregnancy, immunizations and other conditions.
Chronic Condition Preventive Health Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on preventive health services related to chronic conditions for adults covered under the ACA.
Cancer-Related Preventive Health Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on cancer-related screening and preventive services covered under the ACA for adults.
Pregnancy-Related Preventive Services for Adults Covered by the ACA September 24, 2024 Page Detailed information on pregnancy-related preventive services for adults covered under the ACA.