“On May 23, 2019, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a new funding opportunity announcement for the navigator program for 2020 and 2021, as well as a series of frequently asked questions and an overview of the application process. CMS intends to fund the navigator program in the 34 states with a federally facilitated marketplace at $10 million per year, for a total of $20 million.”
“The amount of funding for navigators is unchanged from last year’s significant cuts. The $10 million in annual funding is down from a high of $63 million for the 2017 plan year. Since the Trump administration took office, the navigator program has been cut by about 84 percent.”
“… Navigators will continue to be required to prioritize assistance to uninsured individuals who are unaware of their coverage options through the marketplace or through non-ACA options, such as association health plans and short-term plans.”
“Applications are due on July 22. CMS expects to award 25 to 50 grants that will range from $100,000 to up to $1.3 million per state. Grant awards will be announced on August 29th…” Read the full article here.
Source: CMS To Maintain Navigator Funding At $10 Million For 2020, 2021 – By Katie Keith, May 29, 2019. Health Affairs.
