Author: Hannah Frigand

Preliminary injunction stopping DHS from using any Medicaid data for immigration purposes extended until January 5, 2026.

The injunction preventing CMS from sharing Medicaid member data with DHS has been extended until January 5th. The talking points we shared after the initial injunction remains accurate: English Spanish Portuguese Haitian Creole French

New Free Hotline + Free Legal Resources

Legal Resources for Immigrant Families As threats targeting immigrant families and communities intensify, Lawyers for Civil Rights is deploying the full force of our legal and community networks to protect families in 2025 and beyond. IMMIGRANT DEFENSE HOTLINE: (617) 988-0606 “Today, we are launching the Immigrant Defense Hotline (617-988-0606) to expand access to timely and […]

Reduced MBTA fares for MassHealth members

MBTA riders between the ages of 18 and 64 enrolled in a state assistance program, including MassHealth, are eligible for MBTA’s new reduced fair program.  Individuals can apply online or in person. Here’s the full list of approved state assistance programs: Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled & Children (EAEDC) MASSGrant MassHealth CarePlus MassHealth Family […]

MassHealth System Issues

Hello Loopers, We have heard from assisters experiencing issues with uploading documents in the HIX system, MMIS, faxes, and with the systems MassHealth use to process documents etc. People calling MassHealth have been told they don’t have access to the system and will need to call back later. We reached out to MassHealth and they […]

Enrollment Assistance Opportunities!

Hello Loopers, In an effort to help as many MassHealth members as possible renew their coverage by the end of the redetermination period on March 31, Health Care For All has organized dozens of enrollment events throughout the state. We are currently seeking enrollment assisters who would be willing to help staff the following enrollment […]

Upcoming Webinar: Medicare Savings Program (MSP) (formerly MassHealth Buy-In)

Sharing this webinar sent to the MTF list that will go over the changes to the program: Upcoming Webinar Medicare Savings Program (MSP) (formerly MassHealth Buy-In) Webinar Description: MassHealth provides health care benefits for eligible children, families, seniors, and people with disabilities living in Massachusetts. MassHealth may offer benefits directly or help pay for all […]

MassHealth Redetermination Resource

Mass Law Reform Institute (MLRI) created a website, masshealthproject.org, that provides resources for advocates and community members to navigate the recent redetermination policies enacted by Masshealth. The website currently includes a calendar of local redetermination/enrollment events, flyers and guides about member eligibility and alternative coverage options, and links to other informational resources. “Knowing that many […]