Beginning today, more than 600,000 North Carolinians will be able to get NC Medicaid under new eligibility rules. Nearly half have already been automatically enrolled because they previously had limited benefits through Family Planning Medicaid and are now eligible for full Medicaid.
In marking this milestone, Governor Roy Cooper said, "After years of fighting for high-quality health care for every person in our state, today’s launch of Medicaid expansion means more than 600,000 North Carolinians can now access the care they need to stay healthier, treat sickness earlier and have the peace of mind knowing health care is within their reach. Together with our partners in communities across the state, we will get the word out and help more people sign up for this life-changing care.”
That’s why we are reaching out to you. North Carolinians need your help – the people and groups they trust – to learn who will be eligible for NC Medicaid, when and how to apply. Please use our updated toolkit to get people the information they need and sign up to stay informed and volunteer.
The bilingual toolkit includes:
- Day 1 Flyer: An overview of who is eligible and how to enroll.
- Newsletter Template: Content to include in your newsletters and emails.
- Social Media: Graphics and posts to share on your channels.
- Family Planning Flyer: Information for the approximately 300,000 people who receive limited benefits through Family Planning Medicaid who will be automatically enrolled in full Medicaid.
- Medicaid Essentials Deck: A presentation to share with your community on who is eligible and how to enroll.
- FAQ: Answers to common questions.
- ePASS Video: An overview of how to apply online through ePASS.
Fill out our updated sign-up form to keep informed on the latest resources and volunteer. You’ll be able to let us know if you want:
- email updates about Medicaid expansion, including when new materials are ready.
- printed materials delivered to me to share with my community.
- to give presentations to my community to help people know about Medicaid expansion. (Training will be provided.)
- to become a Medicaid Ambassador and learn more about volunteering at in-person events and on the phone to answer questions about Medicaid.
- to learn more about helping people apply for Medicaid as a volunteer health insurance Navigator with the NC Navigator Consortium. (Training will be provided.)
Together we will ensure more than 600,000 people gain access to health care across North Carolina.
For more information, visit the NC Medicaid expansion webpage.