How Will the American Rescue Plan’s Medicaid Funding Help States?

Commonwealth Fund March 29, 2021
Akeiisa Coleman

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The American Rescue Plan provides states with significant new Medicaid funding and resources to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic

Under the American Rescue Plan, states have the option to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to one year, which could greatly improve maternal health outcomes in the U.S.

The American Rescue Plan (ARP), signed into law earlier this month, uses a large investment of government funds to boost public health and health systems to respond to the ongoing pandemic. In addition to specific funding for COVID-19 testing, treatment, and vaccine administration, the ARP includes new funding for Medicaid and resources for states to address some effects of the pandemic.

Extending Medicaid Coverage and Covering COVID-19 Testing, Treatment, and...

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