Federal Policy
NAMD Publishes Overview of Medicaid and Ryan White Program Coordination for HIV Care
The National Association of Medicaid Directors has published an explainer on how Medicaid and the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program coordinate to provide comprehensive care for low-income people with HIV. The overview describes each program's distinct eligibility and coverage criteria and how they work together to ensure access to the full continuum of HIV care. The resource is available now on NAMD's website. It provides state Medicaid agencies with foundational information on program coordination and coverage responsibilities for this population.
Why it mattersState Medicaid agencies need clear guidance on coverage coordination with Ryan White programs to avoid gaps in HIV treatment and ensure appropriate use of payer-of-last-resort funding.