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Challenges Faced by Dual Eligibles

Policy Documents & Resources

Positions and Publications

Medicare Savings Program Enrollment

This case study focuses on how automatic enrollment in Medicare Savings Programs can remove many individuals' barriers when enrolling. Simplifying the enrollment process is essential to increasing participation and ensuring that more people can benefit from these vital programs. 

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Medicare Savings Program Recertification

Medicare Savings Program recertification varies widely nationwide. This case study compares two experiences—one with automatic recertification and one with a more complex process—to illustrate the need for nationwide Medicare Savings Program recertification improvements. 

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Medicaid Renewal

Renewing Aged, Blind, and Disabled Medicaid is necessary to maintain benefits. This case study contrasts a complicated renewal process with one eased by COVID-19 public health emergency flexibilities, arguing for lasting reforms in Medicaid renewal procedures. 

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Medicare-Medicaid Integration

Coordinating benefits and services for dually eligible individuals is often complex and disjointed. This study examines the challenges of poorly integrated care and offers recommendations for improving integration at both state and federal levels. 

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