Individuals enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid), Public Employees Benefits Board, and School Employees Benefits Board coverage - and those accessing behavioral health services - will not experience a disruption in care due to the federal government shutdown. In addition, health care providers will continue to be paid for the services they provide. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share updates if anything changes.
Notice: Alternative Benefit Plan Updates Medicaid State Plan Amendment 25-0008 Public Notice is now available online.
Description: HCA intends to submit Medicaid State Plan Amendment (SPA) 25-0008 to bring the Alternative Benefit Plan (ABP) into alignment with the Medicaid State Plan. The ABP is the plan by which Washington expanded Medicaid coverage to people ages 19 through 64 with income at or below 133% of the Federal Poverty Level as allowed by the Affordable Care Act. ABPs are aligned with the Medicaid State Plan regarding service coverage and must be updated to reflect changes made to that Plan.
