Contraception and Reproductive Health, Using Your Marketplace Health Care Coverage, and More

Read News Releases Published by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services [American flag] An official email from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services [Header Logo]( Latest U.S. Department of Health & Human Services News Releases [Module 1 - Photo]( Contraception and Reproductive Health Contraception and reproductive health go hand in hand. There are several types of birth control, and the best fit for you depends on your health and sexual history, current needs, and preference. When choosing a method of contraception, you should also consider protection from the risk of HIV and other STDs. [Learn more »]( HHS News Releases Week of January 21st, 2023 [CMS Announces Model to Advance Integration in Behavioral Health]( January 19, 2023 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is announcing a new model to test approaches for addressing the behavioral and physical health, as well as health-related social needs, of people with Medicaid and Medicare. The Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model’s goal is to improve the overall quality of care and outcomes for adults with mental health conditions and/or substance use disorder by connecting them with the physical, behavioral, and social supports needed to manage their care. [Read the full release »]( [HHS Roadmap for Behavioral Health Integration Fact Sheet of Accomplishments]( January 18, 2023 In his first State of the Union, President Biden laid out the Administration’s vision to transform behavioral health by strengthening system capacity, connecting more Americans to care, and supporting the wellbeing of Americans by creating healthy environments. [Read the full release »]( [HHS Small Ambulatory Program Awards $55 Million to 15 Tribes and Tribal Organizations]( January 18, 2023 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service (IHS), awards $55 million in funding to 15 tribes and tribal organizations as part of the competitive Small Ambulatory Program to invest in the construction, expansion, or modernization of small ambulatory health care facilities. [Read the full release »]( [HHS Releases Guidance to Help Prevent Homelessness for Youth Who Have Transitioned Out of Foster Care]( January 17, 2023 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), released new guidance to grant recipients regarding the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program. The FYI program is a dedicated resource that provides rental assistance and supportive services to young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 who have left or are transitioning out of foster care, who are experiencing homelessness, or are at risk of experiencing homelessness. [Read the full release »]( [CMS Finalizes Rule to Expand Access to Health Information and Improve the Prior Authorization Process]( January 17, 2023 As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing commitment to increasing health data exchange and strengthening access to care, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized the CMS Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule (CMS-0057-F). [Read the full release »]( [Biden-Harris Administration’s ARPA-H Launches PARADIGM Program to Improve Rural Health Outcomes]( January 16, 2023 The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) launched the Platform Accelerating Rural Access to Distributed & InteGrated Medical care (PARADIGM) program on January 16, 2024. To tackle President Biden’s Unity Agenda priorities by driving breakthroughs to improve health outcomes for all Americans, including for diseases like cancer, PARADIGM will enhance early detection and management in rural communities across the nation. [Read the full release »]( [See More News Releases]( [Module 2 - Photo]( Using Your Marketplace Health Care Coverage If you signed up for Marketplace health care insurance, you have access to 10 essential health benefits, including emergency services; pregnancy, maternity, and newborn care; and rehabilitation services. Find out how you can take advantage of your coverage today. [Learn more »]( [Footer Logo]( U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Toll Free Call Center: [1-877-696-6775](tel:18776966775) Website: [HHS.gov]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [YouTube]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( [View in browser]( [Forward this email]( [Unsubscribe or manage your email preferences](