Maryland

SCI Coverage Institute

Maryland has passed coverage expansion legislation that will expand Medicaid eligibility and make small business market reforms. Coverage Institute funds will go to support implementation of this legislation. Tasks include: 1) conducting outreach about the new programs through a public-private partnership; 2) hiring a consultant to help with small business subsidy program design; 3) workshops for small business owners about Section 125 tax benefits and other aspects of the small business insurance program; 4) research and analysis to support the work of the Maryland Health Quality and Cost Containment Council; 5) working with a consultant who will facilitate a collaborative process designed streamline Medicaid eligibility and enrollment.