What Are All These Changes With Medicaid?!
New Medicaid rules are coming to Oregon and Washington because of a federal law called H.R. 1.
These changes do not mean that Medicaid is ending mental health therapy. But some people may have to do more to keep their coverage.
Medicaid Changes Are Coming: Stay Connected to Your Care
Starting in 2027, some adults may need to show that they are working, going to school, volunteering, or taking part in job training.
Some people will be exempt, which means the rule may not apply to them.
This can include people with serious health or mental health conditions that make it hard to work.
For example, a person with severe depression or another disabling mental health condition may qualify for an exemption.
Why Talking With Your Therapist Matters
Your therapist cannot decide if you keep Medicaid.
But your therapist can help make sure your medical record shows:
Your diagnosis
Your symptoms
How your symptoms affect daily life
How your mental health affects your ability to work
Why you still need treatment
The progress you have made in therapy
This information may be helpful if Medicaid asks for proof of a medical exemption.
It is important to be open with your therapist about how you are doing.
You May Need to Renew Medicaid More Often
Some Medicaid members will need to renew their coverage every 6 months instead of once a year.
This means it is very important to:
Open all letters from Medicaid
Keep your address and phone number updated
Complete renewal forms on time
Respond when Medicaid asks for information
Do not ignore a Medicaid letter, even if you are still going to therapy.
Protect the Progress You Have Made
Therapy can take time.
You may have worked hard to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, stress, or other mental health needs.
Losing insurance, even for a short time, can interrupt your care.
If you get a letter about your Medicaid coverage, work rules, or renewal, let your therapist and HTNW know as soon as possible.
Your therapist cannot guarantee that you will keep Medicaid, but your care team can help make sure your treatment needs are clearly documented.
Stay informed. Stay connected. Protect your progress: