Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP)

Last year's Affordability Report focused on improved health outcomes and associated savings when people take their medications as prescribed. Check it out! Stay tuned for this year's report, focused on the ways ACHP members are making health care more efficient, while improving outcomes -- coming soon! More: https://www.achp.report/

Many states are falling behind in processing Medicaid applications, often by several weeks. ACHP and other members of the Connecting to Coverage Coalition are committed to improving access to care and ensuring consumers have the care they need when they need it.

📣 WE ARE HIRING! ACHP has an immediate opening for a Manager/Senior Manager, Federal Affairs. The ideal candidate will directly support ACHP's mission by building & maintaining relationships on Capitol Hill and communicating policy positions to stakeholders. And -- even better -- you'll be working alongside one of the best & brightest Federal Affairs teams in town. Check out the job description for more and how to apply:

What concerns older adults the most about health care? It's the (lack of) affordability. A recent study reveals that tens of millions of seniors are deeply worried about the rising costs of health care, alongside expenses for housing, food, and other essentials. In fact, 1/3 of seniors 65 and older have reported difficulty paying for critical care. ACHP members are laser-focused on providing affordable, high-quality coverage to their communities, coverage that bridges economic, educational and cultural divides.

Happy Independence Day from ACHP! 🇺🇸🎆

🌟 ACHP is proud to be part of the Connecting to Coverage Coalition (CCC), alongside national organizations dedicated to supporting Americans through the Medicaid redetermination process. The CCC serves as a vital resource, ensuring individuals and families have access to trusted information and resources to navigate Medicaid eligibility transitions smoothly. In collaboration with federal and state partners, we work to protect against gaps in coverage and advocate for the continuity of health insurance for vulnerable populations, including children and at-risk adults. Together, we're committed to fostering a seamless transition to appropriate health coverage options, whether it's maintaining Medicaid eligibility or transitioning to Medicare, Marketplace coverage, or employer-sponsored insurance. More: https://lnkd.in/eqrJaa-2

Awareness is growing around the postpartum health crisis in America, highlighting that our health care system needs to adapt. ACHP is dedicated to improving maternal health care with a special focus on addressing disparities, especially for Black women. Our research highlights the urgent need for reforms to ensure safer, healthier outcomes for all mothers. Learn more about ACHP's comprehensive research and learn how we're advocating for meaningful change in maternal health care: https://lnkd.in/eMs9pDfN

As another #PrideMonth comes to an end, Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP) was glad to come together as a team to collect items SMYAL and the youngsters they work with every day can use to express themselves, learn about each other and have some fun along the way. Founded in 1984, SMYAL is an amazing organization that exists to support and empower #LGBTQ+ youth throughout the Washington, DC, metro region as they build self-confidence, develop critical life skills and create a community. Want to learn more? Check them out at www.SMYAL.org!

David Fields, CEO of ACHP CAP member Navitus Health Solutions, on CNBC this afternoon: “PBMs operate much like a casino: they set the odds, they set the rules, and it’s virtually impossible for a customer to reap the benefits because the traditional PBM steps in and takes part of that.”   We couldn’t agree more. Fee-based, transparent PBMs pass rebates onto the consumer, offering predictability. Read more about our recommendations for reforming this broken system: https://lnkd.in/gMip2u4A

Nonprofit plans are high performers in Medicare Advantage coverage and could take a hit if the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services moves forward with the “hold harmless” policy. But Michael Bagel doesn’t see it happening immediately, even after recent news of reworked 2024 star ratings: “I do not believe that CMS is a tit-for-tat agency in how they do rulemaking.” Thanks, Nona Tepper, for the coverage.