News Mainers can use
Welcome to CAHC’s consumer-focused monthly newsletter providing information, tips, and updates, that can help people understand health coverage and healthcare options in Maine. If you have questions or ideas for this publication, please email us!
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As we celebrate Native American Month and Thanksgiving, we are grateful for programs that help Mainers stay healthy. Like benefit programs that help those in specific populations, or those with life changing conditions. We are especially thankful for our team of experts that help people navigate a deep and often complicated health system. Learn more about Open Enrollment Periods for health insurance and helpful programs inside this edition.
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In honor of Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Month this edition explores screenings, special enrollment periods and some tax related information that could make a difference when trying to navigate the health insurance system during this open enrollment which starts Friday, November 1st.
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Are you worried about affording the healthcare and coverage you need? Inside this edition of Consumer News we'll cover tips for navigating changes in MaineCare, what members need to do, Children's Cancer Awareness Month and Suicide Prevention.
Plus, Mainers can share their experiences and challenges accessing affordable health care to the Office of Health Care Affordability at a public hearing this week. Check it out!
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In this late summer edition, we'll address some ways private health insurance can be supplemented by public coverage options with a focus on health insurance for those still in school and a few important reminders to MaineCare members.
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Ever heard that MaineCare will take your home when you die? Find out more about Estate Recovery, essential health benefits and more in this issue of Consumer News.
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Looking for information on MaineCare, the Medicare Savings Program, the Marketplace and more? Check out this June edition of Consumer News!
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This first edition includes information about: the MaineCare family planning benefit, expanded MaineCare coverage for pregnant people regardless of immigration status, the MaineCare 5-year bar for green card holders, and updates on the Medicare Savings Program. It provides guidance on routine screenings covered by MaineCare and ACA Marketplace plans, defines common health insurance terms, and identifies events of interest! Be sure to sign up to receive the newsletter monthly!