Making it easier to enroll in coverage

From CMS

"While the administration previously announced a temporary SEP for individuals losing Medicaid or CHIP until July 31, 2024 in recognition of the end of the continuous coverage requirement in Medicaid, the final rule establishes a permanent policy.  Beginning January 1, 2024, Federally-facilitated Marketplaces (FFMs) and State-based Marketplaces (SBMs) will have the option to implement a new SEP for people losing Medicaid or CHIP coverage, allowing consumers to select a plan for Marketplace coverage 60 days before, or 90 days after, losing Medicaid or CHIP coverage.  This SEP works to reduce gaps in coverage and allows for a more seamless transition into Marketplace coverage.

The final rule also allows Assisters to provide more convenient and efficient help to consumers.  Assisters currently conduct direct outreach, education, and schedule follow-up appointments, but are generally prohibited from providing enrollment assistance upon an initial interaction if initiated by the Assister.  Removing this barrier will make it easier for consumers to get help when enrolling in coverage.  Additionally, this policy change will likely improve health literacy in rural and underserved communities and reduce burden on consumers, especially for consumers with a lack of access to transportation, inflexible job schedules, and those who are immunocompromised."