LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care (AFMC) has been awarded funding from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to help children in Arkansas gain access to affordable health coverage. The initiative focuses on connecting eligible children, pregnant women, and families to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and improving program retention to ensure children grow up healthy and thrive.
AFMC will work closely with the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) and other statewide partners to provide community outreach and education to families to increase awareness and understanding of health care coverage options. This initiative emphasizes reaching Arkansas families in rural and underserved communities.
“Every child deserves the chance to grow up healthy, and we know that health care coverage is a fundamental part of making that happen,” said John Selig, president and CEO. “This federal grant allows us to work with DHS, families, schools, and community partners to make sure kids, parents, and expectant mothers get the coverage they need. Helping eligible families apply for and renew coverage is one of the most important steps we can take toward building healthier communities in our state.”…