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Virginia Medicaid to Adjust Behavioral Health Services
Virginia's Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) will cease funding for Community Stabilization and reduce Mobile Crisis Response hours from eight to four, pending federal approval. These changes stem from the 2026 Appropriation Act.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentSocial Issues VirginiaMedicaidDMASCommunity StabilizationMobile Crisis ResponseBehavioral Health2026 Appropriation ActCardinal Care
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Cardinal Care Implements Six-Month Medicaid Renewals, Expands Benefits, and Addresses Funding Challenges
Virginia's Cardinal Care announces 6-month Medicaid renewals for some adults starting 2027, alongside updates on long-term care, postpartum coverage, and Governor Spanberger's remarks on workforce training and federal funding cuts.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducation MedicaidVirginiaEligibility RenewalsPostpartum CoverageLong-Term ServicesWorkforce TrainingGovernment PolicyCardinal Care
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Virginia Medicaid to Implement Six-Month Eligibility Renewals for Certain Adults
Starting January 2027, Virginia's Cardinal Care Medicaid will require six-month eligibility renewals for certain adult expansion members. Members must update contact information and respond promptly to avoid coverage loss.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues MedicaidVirginiaEligibility RenewalCardinal CareHealthcarePostpartum CoverageWorkforce Training
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Virginia Agencies Announce Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual Town Hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss upcoming H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect in October 2026.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEducation VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizen EligibilityDMASVDSSTown HallH.R.1Cardinal Care
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Cardinal Care Announces Open Enrollment, New Dental Tool, and Community Initiatives
Northern Virginia residents can now review health plans during Cardinal Care's open enrollment until August 31. Virginia Medicaid also launched a new dental data tool, alongside updates on summer safety, hurricane preparedness, and community engagement.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAState GovernmentsEducationEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Cardinal CareVirginia MedicaidOpen EnrollmentDental HealthPublic HealthVirginiaCommunity Resources
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Governor Spanberger Warns Virginians of Dangerous Heat Wave
Governor Abigail Spanberger warns Virginians to prepare for a prolonged heat wave from July 1-5, with heat index values up to 115. Residents should stay cool, hydrated, and check on neighbors.
WeatherPolitics and GovernmentHealthGeneral WeatherState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducation VirginiaHeat WaveGovernor Abigail SpanbergerPublic SafetyCooling CentersEmergency ServicesCardinal Care
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Cardinal Care Announces Northern Virginia Open Enrollment and New Dental Dashboard
Northern Virginia Cardinal Care members can now participate in open enrollment until August 31. The program also launched a new dental dashboard and shared important public health and safety information for the summer.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentWeatherState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborMedical Science Cardinal CareVirginia MedicaidOpen EnrollmentDental HealthPublic HealthEmergency PreparednessVirginia
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New Federal Work Requirements for Medicaid Expansion to Begin in 2027, SSDI Policy Made Permanent
Starting January 2027, Medicaid Expansion members face new federal work requirements, while a permanent SSDI disregard policy will help Developmental Disability Waiver recipients maintain services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWeatherState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducationGeneral Weather MedicaidWork RequirementsSSDIDevelopmental Disability WaiverVirginiaHealthcareLegislationCardinal Care
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New Federal Work Requirements for Medicaid Expansion and Permanent SSDI Disregard Announced by Cardinal Care
Cardinal Care announces new federal work requirements for Medicaid Expansion starting January 2027, mandating 80 hours of activity monthly for eligible adults. Also, a permanent SSDI disregard program for Developmental Disability Waiver recipients is now in effect.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWeatherState GovernmentsMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesGeneral Weather Medicaid ExpansionWork RequirementsSocial Security Disability InsuranceDevelopmental Disability WaiverCardinal CareVirginiaHealthcare Policy
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Cardinal Care Urges Virginia Members to Act on Open Enrollment, Prioritize Preventative Health
Virginia's Cardinal Care highlights June 30 open enrollment deadline for Central VA, promotes Men's Health Month preventative care, and details enhanced maternity benefits for members.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsMedical ScienceEducationSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Cardinal CareVirginia MedicaidPreventative CareMen's Health MonthMaternity BenefitsOpen EnrollmentHealthcare Access