by Family Voices, Inc. | Oct 31, 2018 | NCFPP, Washington Update
New HRSA Data Website The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has unveiled a new data and information website at https://data.hrsa.gov/. The website user can find health centers and health shortage areas, and can obtain fact sheets about HRSA...
by Family Voices, Inc. | Oct 31, 2018 | NCFPP, Washington Update
Recess Congress is in recess until November 13. This is a good time to visit your Senators and Representatives in their local offices, or attend public events, to educate them about children with special health care needs, the needs of their families, and your state’s...
by Family Voices, Inc. | Oct 31, 2018 | NCFPP, Washington Update
As reported earlier, the president has signed into law the bipartisan “SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act” (H.R. 6). This blog post explains how the Medicaid provisions in the new law will help children. How Would Medicaid Provisions of New Law to Address Opioid...
by Family Voices, Inc. | Oct 31, 2018 | NCFPP, Washington Update
Open Enrollment – See the end of this Update for resources to help assisters and consumers. REMEMBER: 2019 Open Enrollment runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 15, 2018. Important message from HHS regarding Find Local Help Assisters are encouraged to ensure their listings on...
by Family Voices, Inc. | Oct 31, 2018 | NCFPP, Washington Update
TRICARE Open Season runs from November 12 through December 10. ECHO Benefit Year Changes to Calendar Year (10/17/18) Prepare for TRICARE Open Season: Compare TRICARE Plan Costs with Cost Comparison Tool (10/19/18) Compare 2019 FEDVIP Dental, Vision Plans Ahead of...