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Some Medicaid members will have new federally mandated work requirements beginning January 1, 2027.
Medicaid will send letters to affected members when they need to take action or provide information. Members should be sure to keep their contact information up to date with Louisiana Medicaid so they do not miss these important updates.
All Healthy Louisiana health plans offer adult vision benefits and vision screening for children. Contact your health plan to learn about the specific benefits your plan offers.
#HealthyVisionMonth
You’re not alone, even when it feels that way.
Mental Health Awareness Month is about sharing, connecting, and supporting each other. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, free, confidential help is available 24/7.
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MHAM
Feeling overwhelmed by welcoming a new baby? Many mothers and families do not receive the care they need when they need it.
TLC Moms, a Louisiana Department of Health initiative, offers support, resources, and a path to mental and emotional wellness for moms, families, and caregivers facing pregnancy or postpartum depression and anxiety.
#MaternalMentalHealthAwarenessWeek
#NationalWomensHealthMonth
#MHAM
About 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. The most common sign of skin cancer is changes to your skin.
Early detection gives you the greatest chance for successful skin cancer treatment.
#SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
#SkinCancerPreventionMonth
Medicaid regularly checks members’ income to make sure they are still eligible.
If you receive a letter from Louisiana Medicaid asking you to verify your income, act quickly to prevent coverage loss.
Keep your contact information updated so you don’t miss important letters.
The Healthy Louisiana mobile app is the fastest way to enroll, compare plans, find providers and sign up for texts and emails.
Don’t forget - Medicaid members can now change health plans two times a year for any reason. You can even use the app to upload documents when requesting to change your plan
Have your medical needs changed? Change your current Medicaid health plan to better meet your needs.
Members can change plans up to two times in a calendar year. Anytime, for any reason.
In Louisiana, it’s estimated that at least 40,000 people, if not more, suffer from Hepatitis C. However, Hepatitis C is curable!
Testing is the first step. Find testing, treatment centers and more near you.
#HepatitisAwarenessMonth #KnowYourStatus
Drowning doesn’t look like you think. Drowning is silent and can happen in as little as 30 seconds.
The @American Red Cross offers water safety resources:
#DrowningPreventionMonth
#NationalWaterSafetyMonth
