Medicaid News
Automatic Medicaid Re-Enrollment Ends April 1st
Beginning April 1st, 2023, the federal Medicaid program is beginning the discontinuance (ie, unwinding) of the COVID-19 era automatic re-enrollment, meaning you may need to take action to keep your North Carolina Medicaid coverage. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, North Carolina has not disenrolled most Medicaid members, regardless of eligibility. For some, this comes to an end beginning on April 1st.
North Carolina has opted to complete the recertification process over 12 months as beneficiaries are up for renewal, and is trying to prepare Medicaid participants for any action required on their part, and for the potential of losing Medicaid coverage. Beneficiaries should make sure their local DSS has their up-to-date information, including current mailing address, phone number and email, and are encouraged to sign up for an enhanced ePASS account to manage their contact information. Members who no longer qualify for Medicaid in North Carolina will be referred to the Healthcare Marketplace for coverage options.
Renewal is typically based on when you first enrolled, however that can change under certain circumstances so be sure to visit the NC Medicaid Beneficiary Portal to check your renewal status.
What You Need To Do To Prepare:
- Make sure your local DSS has your current mailing address, phone number, email and other contact information with your ePASS account or visiting your local DSS
- Check your mail - local DSS will mail beneficiaries a letter if they need to complete a renewal or see if they still qualify for coverage
- Complete your renewal form - fill out and complete a renewal for or request for information and return it to your local DSS right away to avoid a gap in your Medicaid coverage
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Find Great Orthodontic Treatment w/ Medicaid
At Triad Orthodontics, we are committed to helping patients of all ages have the smile they have always wanted. That is why we accept all Medicaid insurance plans in North Carolina.
Finding a great orthodontist near you that takes Medicaid shouldn’t be difficult. Our offices are conveniently located offices across the Triad area in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Thomasville, and we are currently accepting new patients.
Our doctors provide multiple treatment options including traditional braces, ceramic braces and Invisalign®. We will work with you to create the right orthodontic treatment plan that fits your needs and your budget. Our team is trained in helping you complete all the preauthorization paperwork that is required for orthodontic treatment using Medicaid.
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North Carolina Medicaid Enrollment
- Determine if your child is eligible: In North Carolina, children may be eligible for Medicaid if they are under 19 years old and meet certain income requirements. You can check the eligibility criteria on the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services website or call their toll-free number at 1-800-662-7030.
- Gather necessary documents: You will need to gather some documents such as your child's birth certificate, social security number, proof of income, and proof of residency.
- You can apply for Medicaid for your child by filling out an application online at ePASS or by visiting your local Department of Social Services (DSS) office.
- After you have submitted your application you should receive a notice from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services within 45 days letting you know if your child is eligible for Medicaid. If you do not receive a notice, you can contact the Department of Social Services to follow up on your application.
North Carolina Insurance Plans Available Through Medicaid:
- NC Medicaid Managed Care
- AmeriHealth Caritas North Carolina
- Healthy Blue of North Carolina
- UnitedHealthcare of North Carolina
- WellCare of North Carolina
- Carolina Complete Health
- NC Medicaid Direct
Find more information & to see the complete list of North Carolina Medicaid insurance plans HERE
