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In early May, the COVID-19 public health and national emergencies are ending, marking a new stage in the pandemic response. This will limit access to free COVID-19 testing and treatment, depending on one’s insurance status and provider. In addition, other changes related to vaccine access, Medicaid renewal, and food aid are expected. It is recommended that individuals use resources from health agencies and consult experts for further information.
WHAT WE KNOW
The U.S. laws allow presidents to declare a state of emergency in a crisis. The executive branch gains "emergency powers" to handle the crisis during this time.
The Health and Human Services Department declared a public health emergency on January 31, 2020. In March 2020, the president declared a national emergency. After lifting an emergency, its associated powers and policies expire.
In January 2023, the federal government announced that the current national and public health emergencies would end on May 11, 2023. During this time, emergency authorizations for vaccines, tests, and treatments will continue.
Changes in coverage for COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and treatment are expected with the end of the emergencies. The extent of the changes depends on whether one is uninsured, enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, or has private insurance. Moderna announced plans for a financial assistance program for vaccines.
Due to an act passed in March 2020, states could keep individuals enrolled in Medicaid without review. However, this policy is ending. Beginning in April, states must again verify information from those enrolled in Medicaid every year. Many states have resources to help explain the process.
In the United States, the end of emergency declarations will affect other policies too. Guidelines related to food aid and other programs may change due to limitations in eligibility and the redetermination of out-of-pocket expenses. Current telehealth policies will remain till 2024.
The end of the COVID-19 emergency does not mean the pandemic is over. Emergency declarations only last for a short time. Individuals are encouraged to check CDC guidelines and guidelines from their local health department for more information on specific changes in their community.
UNKNOWNS
The World Health Organization still views the COVID-19 pandemic as a public health emergency.
Uninsured Americans may be hit hardest by the end of the emergencies. The current administration has lobbied for a "Vaccines for Adults" program to help the uninsured with vaccine costs.
It is not yet clear what help the U.S. government will provide Americans in need of COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines.
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In early May, the COVID-19 public health and national emergencies are ending, marking a new stage in the pandemic response. This will limit access to free COVID-19 testing and treatment, depending on one’s insurance status and provider. In addition, other changes related to vaccine access, Medicaid renewal, and food aid are expected. It is recommended that individuals use resources from health agencies and consult experts for further information.
WHAT WE KNOW
The U.S. laws allow presidents to declare a state of emergency in a crisis. The executive branch gains "emergency powers" to handle the crisis during this time.
The Health and Human Services Department declared a public health emergency on January 31, 2020. In March 2020, the president declared a national emergency. After lifting an emergency, its associated powers and policies expire.
In January 2023, the federal government announced that the current national and public health emergencies would end on May 11, 2023. During this time, emergency authorizations for vaccines, tests, and treatments will continue.
Changes in coverage for COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and treatment are expected with the end of the emergencies. The extent of the changes depends on whether one is uninsured, enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, or has private insurance. Moderna announced plans for a financial assistance program for vaccines.
Due to an act passed in March 2020, states could keep individuals enrolled in Medicaid without review. However, this policy is ending. Beginning in April, states must again verify information from those enrolled in Medicaid every year. Many states have resources to help explain the process.
In the United States, the end of emergency declarations will affect other policies too. Guidelines related to food aid and other programs may change due to limitations in eligibility and the redetermination of out-of-pocket expenses. Current telehealth policies will remain till 2024.
The end of the COVID-19 emergency does not mean the pandemic is over. Emergency declarations only last for a short time. Individuals are encouraged to check CDC guidelines and guidelines from their local health department for more information on specific changes in their community.
UNKNOWNS
The World Health Organization still views the COVID-19 pandemic as a public health emergency.
Uninsured Americans may be hit hardest by the end of the emergencies. The current administration has lobbied for a "Vaccines for Adults" program to help the uninsured with vaccine costs.
It is not yet clear what help the U.S. government will provide Americans in need of COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines.
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In early May, the COVID-19 public health and national emergencies are ending, marking a new stage in the pandemic response. This will limit access to free COVID-19 testing and treatment, depending on one’s insurance status and provider. In addition, other changes related to vaccine access, Medicaid renewal, and food aid are expected. It is recommended that individuals use resources from health agencies and consult experts for further information.
WHAT WE KNOW
The U.S. laws allow presidents to declare a state of emergency in a crisis. The executive branch gains "emergency powers" to handle the crisis during this time.
The Health and Human Services Department declared a public health emergency on January 31, 2020. In March 2020, the president declared a national emergency. After lifting an emergency, its associated powers and policies expire.
In January 2023, the federal government announced that the current national and public health emergencies would end on May 11, 2023. During this time, emergency authorizations for vaccines, tests, and treatments will continue.
Changes in coverage for COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and treatment are expected with the end of the emergencies. The extent of the changes depends on whether one is uninsured, enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, or has private insurance. Moderna announced plans for a financial assistance program for vaccines.
Due to an act passed in March 2020, states could keep individuals enrolled in Medicaid without review. However, this policy is ending. Beginning in April, states must again verify information from those enrolled in Medicaid every year. Many states have resources to help explain the process.
In the United States, the end of emergency declarations will affect other policies too. Guidelines related to food aid and other programs may change due to limitations in eligibility and the redetermination of out-of-pocket expenses. Current telehealth policies will remain till 2024.
The end of the COVID-19 emergency does not mean the pandemic is over. Emergency declarations only last for a short time. Individuals are encouraged to check CDC guidelines and guidelines from their local health department for more information on specific changes in their community.
UNKNOWNS
The World Health Organization still views the COVID-19 pandemic as a public health emergency.
Uninsured Americans may be hit hardest by the end of the emergencies. The current administration has lobbied for a "Vaccines for Adults" program to help the uninsured with vaccine costs.
It is not yet clear what help the U.S. government will provide Americans in need of COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines.
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