The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on June 4 issued $80 million in grant funding for navigators in states using the federal insurance marketplace for the 2022 plan year.
Navigators are trained individuals who help consumers review their health coverage options and complete eligibility and enrollment forms. New in the application this year is an emphasis on outreach and enrollment efforts to underserved populations.
CMS is offering two sessions to provide technical assistance for potential applicants, on:
The notice of funding opportunity is posted on www.grants.gov.
Contact Senior Director of Policy Erin O’Malley at eomalley@essentialhospitals.org or 202.585.0127 with questions.