CMS issued a final rule that updates Medicare enrollment and eligibility rules to expand coverage for people with Medicare and advance health equity.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that updates Medicare enrollment and eligibility rules to expand coverage for people with Medicare and advance health equity. The final rule, which implements changes made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), makes it easier for people to enroll in Medicare and eliminates delays in coverage...“CMS is committed to ensuring that people eligible for Medicare have timely access to this vital coverage,” said CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure. “For the first time, special enrollment periods will be available in traditional Medicare for individuals who were unable to enroll due to exceptional conditions, and individuals who have had a kidney transplant will now be able to receive extended Medicare coverage for immunosuppressive drugs. Each part of this critical rule advances CMS’ strategic vision of expanding access to quality, affordable health coverage and care.”

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