Covered California

✨ Here’s the full story — 90 seconds that celebrate the people who make California what it is, and why every one of us deserves healthcare that works. 💙 From cutting through the confusion to standing up for you, Covered California is here to fight for care you can afford. Because we’re not just in California — we are California. Watch the full version ⬇️ #CoveredCalifornia #ForTheLoveOfCalifornians

Having health insurance through Covered California means you are able to connect with doctors and specialists who can make a real difference. Not covered yet? Open enrollment is around the corner, and on October 15—get ready to compare plans to find one that fits you. https://lnkd.in/dUgVSuyF

Our latest research, published in Health Affairs Scholar, found that personalized outbound calls significantly help consumers transitioning from Medi-Cal to marketplace coverage. The study found that these outbound calls increased plan take-up by 39% in English-speaking households, and 67% in Spanish-speaking households. Methodology: From August 2023 to July 2024, nearly 40,000 households were randomly assigned to receive direct phone calls encouraging them to enroll in their pre-assigned Covered California plans. Calls were made within 30 days of losing Medi-Cal coverage to minimize gaps. Even in a setting with automatic enrollment into no-cost plans and minimal administrative barriers, direct phone outreach is an effective mechanism for helping consumers transition from Medicaid to marketplace coverage. This research highlights the critical role of personalized outreach in supporting consumers during major coverage transitions. We’re proud to share this research and hope it inspires further innovation in outreach strategies across the healthcare landscape.

Last week, our Executive Director, Jessica Altman, hosted Representative Doris Matsui to discuss the impact that rising health insurance premiums could have on Californians. Joining them was Rachel Rios, Executive Director of LA FAMILIA COUNSELING CENTER INC, and Jessie Mabry, CEO of Opening Doors. If Congress does not act to renew the #ACA Enhanced Premium Tax Credits prior to the expiration at the end of the year, Californians could see premiums rise by 97% on average, with constituents in Representative Matsui’s district seeing upwards of 111% increases. Millions of Americans could be priced out of the health care they need.

As the full moon lights up the autumn sky, we celebrate the traditions that bring us together. Wishing you and your loved ones a season full of happiness, harmony, and blessings during this Harvest Moon Festival. 🌕✨ #HarvestMoon #Traditions #FamilyGatherings #FortheLoveofCalifornians

Mark your calendar! Renewal season is almost here, starting October 15. Current Covered California enrollees, we’re here to help you review your choices and find the coverage that best fits your needs. #HealthInsurance #ComparePlans #HealthCoverage #CoveredCA

Last week, we hosted a Community Circle in Riverside with leaders from Black community across the Inland Empire. Our Executive Director, Jessica Altman, and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. S. Monica Soni, MD, joined the discussion to explore health priorities, barriers to coverage, and opportunities to strengthen outreach. The Inland Empire continues to face significant health coverage challenges, with an uninsured adult rate of 8.2%, notably higher than the state average of 6.9%. Without the extension of the Enhanced Premium Tax Credits, consumers in Riverside and San Bernardino counties could see average monthly net premiums increase by 55% and 62%. Through our Community Engagement and Partnerships Program, we are working to change this reality by creating a two-way dialogue to listen, learn, and collaborate with communities to address barriers to care. We’re grateful to the Riverside County Black Chamber of Commerce and all our community partners for their invaluable insights and collaboration. Special thanks to- geneses abril - CALIFORNIA BLACK WOMEN'S HEALTH PROJECT Sylvia Jackson - Riverside County Black Chamber of Commerce Rev Dawnesha K. Beaver - Riverside Community Health Foundation Pepi Jackson, MSEI, - Riverside County Black Chamber of Commerce Jackie Corina - NAACP Lake Elsinore/Southwest Riverside County Branch 1034 Debra Williams - Building Resilient Communities Irma De La Torre - Riverside County Black Chamber of Commerce Annette Nwandu - ANNETTE NWANDU AND ASSOCIATES Princess Russell - Rainbow Proud Youth Alliance Phyllis Clark - The Healthy Heritage Movement, Inc Hazel Lambert - Riverside University Health System - AAFWAG Tammi Sheffield - Healthcare Provider/Insurance Agent Equilla Edwards - Riverside African-American Historical Society, Inc. (RAAHS)

Our executive director, Jessica Altman, joined “Inside the Issues” host Amrit Singh on Spectrum News to discuss the foreseeable impact that the expiration of Enhanced Premium Tax Credits would have on Californians. Without Congressional action to extend the credits, health insurance premiums next year will rise by 97% on average for Californians. Watch the full segment here: https://ow.ly/yvS750X2tvg

Our Executive Director, Jessica Altman, joined David A Saltzman on the Healthcare Happy Hour podcast, presented by the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP). They discussed the impacts of the recently enacted rules and provisions, often referred to as the "Big Beautiful Bill", and its implications for #healthcareaffordability, Medicaid changes, plan design, and consumer access to coverage. Jessica explained some of the challenges and opportunities ahead, including the critical importance of extending enhanced premium tax credits to help mitigate significant cost increases for consumers. Tune in to the full episode to learn more about how these changes may impact the future of #healthcare coverage in #California and across the nation. Website 🌐: https://lnkd.in/engyX2Kv Spotify 🎧: https://lnkd.in/g2nXcw2m #CoveredCA #NABIP #HealthcareHappyHour #HealthcarePolicy

Barbara Rubino, Associate Chief Medical Officer, and Emory Wolf, Assistant Deputy Director of Evaluation and Research, re-ran analytics and published their findings in Health Affairs in direct response to recent CMS data on so-called “phantom enrollees,” often cited as evidence of improper enrollments taking advantage of marketplace subsidies. Our analysis rejects this characterization. “In medicine, we often say “right care, right place, right time” to describe when systems meet the needs of individuals. Reductive measures, created without consideration for marketplace dynamics or connections to clinical relevance, minimize the unique and nuanced needs of the various populations that enroll in coverage through marketplace plans.” More here: https://lnkd.in/gEifzFMi