Individuals leaving incarceration granted Medicaid

VERMONT - The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced its approval of Vermont’s application to provide Medicaid coverage for individuals transitioning out of incarceration.
As outlined in the federal waiver, sentenced incarcerated individuals will become eligible for Medicaid 90 days before their release. Currently, incarcerated individuals are ineligible for Medicaid, regardless of economic situation, until they return to the community. Officials say the initiative will support a more seamless transition back to Vermont’s communities.

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