In response to our post about our poll on the shortened window for Health Safety Net (HSN) applications, several people wrote that increasingly their clients need to submit hardship waivers and/or face bills for uncompensated medical services, even though they are likely HSN eligible.
Responding to outreach workers' concerns, we recently polled the Health Access Network to learn whether the reduced application timelines for the Health Safety Net are affecting people’s access. From what we've heard, the answer is likely yes.
Our recent email about how to apply for a MassHealth premium waiver or reduction has just become especially relevant. Our colleagues at the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI) tell us that MassHealth is getting serious about collecting overdue premiums.
