Role of Medicaid and CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program) in Responding to Public Health Crises and Disasters
- Gary Young; Beth Kidder
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These presentation slides are from a webinar that reviews Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) disaster-related legal authorities, responding to specific disaster-related problems, and states’ experiences from the front lines, including Texas and Florida. These programs provide healthcare to low-income families, especially children, ensuring they get the medical care they need in emergencies. It explains how these services can quickly adapt to meet increased demands during such times. The presentation also highlights the importance of planning and coordination between states and federal agencies to make sure that people continue receiving necessary healthcare support when disasters strike.
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