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State Policy·WV·June 24, 2026

West Virginia Prepares for Federal Medicaid Work Requirements with New Website

West Virginia's Department of Human Services launched an information website and is requesting Medicaid recipients update their contact information ahead of new federal Medicaid work requirements taking effect in 2026. The state is preparing to implement work requirements that will affect certain Medicaid enrollees, though specific eligibility criteria and exemptions have not been detailed. The initiative signals active state-level preparation for federal policy changes that will require states to verify work activity for non-exempt adult Medicaid recipients.

Why it matters for managed care

Managed care organizations in West Virginia should anticipate potential enrollment volatility and increased member outreach needs as work requirements take effect, which historically correlate with coverage losses and administrative burden.

Managed Care

Read the full article at westvirginiawatch.com

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