Last week, the Department of Revenue released Draft 2008 Schedule HC (PDF) and Draft 2008 Schedule HC Instructions (PDF). In these drafts, the DOR explains the methods they currently plan to use to calculate 2008 mandate penalties.
Final regulations for “minimum creditable coverage” (MCC) tighten up the individual mandate beginning in 2009.
The Massachusetts Legislature continues Outreach and enrollment "mini-grants" and supports vital health access activities.
Members and applicants receiving delayed forms should fill them out immediately and file an appeal.
A new one-page guide explains the January 1, 2009 requirement.
A new pamphlet offers step-by-step guidance, just in time for taxes.
Guidance is available from the Department of Revenue and Health Care For All.
An overview of major parts of the Massachusetts Health Care Reform Law.
The Access Project provides coaching on how to negotiate unaffordable medical bills.
Several organizations have created resources about Commonwealth Choice.