Policy, Speaking up!

Public hearings on EOHHS FY10 budget

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on August 25, 2008 - 3:23pm.

Tell EOHHS what their funding priorities should be next year.

Patrick Administration on Town Hall tour

News - Submitted by Laura at CP on July 15, 2008 - 4:05pm.

Governor Patrick and his Cabinet are meeting with communities across the state this summer.

June 6 Western HAN: ongoing problems, fresh ideas

Blog - June 25, 2008 - 3:50pm - Laura Anderson - Community Partners - Amherst

Our June 6 Western HAN meeting was an opportunity to step back and reflect on the next steps toward universal coverage in Massachusetts.

Health access amendments proposed to Senate budget

News - Submitted by michael on May 20, 2008 - 4:45pm.

Debate begins May 21; support is needed.

FY09 Senate budget eliminates outreach funding

News - Submitted by Laura at CP on May 14, 2008 - 4:21pm.

Support Amendment to restore level funds for outreach.

Proposed budget amendment could protect outreach

News - Submitted by michael on April 17, 2008 - 5:20pm.

New language will stabilize outreach and enrollment funding, broaden scope

Higher CommCare co-pays would create a barrier

News - Submitted by Laura at CP on February 27, 2008 - 11:50am.

The proposed co-pay schedule may limit access to care.

Is health care reform a net loss for fishermen?

Blog - February 12, 2008 - 5:19pm - Priscilla Jackett - Outer Cape Health Svcs - Provincetown

During the recent round of MassHealth Training Forum meetings, we were informed that commercial fishermen who are eligible for the Fishing Partnership Health Plan are not eligible for Commonwealth Care, because they are eligible for another state-subsidized health plan. The non-profit FPHP is a fine program offering a great benefit package through Harvard Pilgrim. The premium subsidy of approximately 50% is funded by a combination of federal, state and private benefactor dollars. This is a great option for many fishermen.

Getting a MassHealth premium waiver or payment plan

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on January 31, 2008 - 1:31pm.

Clients at risk of losing coverage may apply for assistance.

Draft mandate penalties for 2008 are out

News - Submitted by Laura at CP on January 3, 2008 - 10:22am.

The state proposes higher penalties for next year.