Upcoming Medicaid Changes
Beginning in January 2027, certain Medicaid members may need to meet new federal work and renewal requirements to maintain healthcare coverage. As these changes approach, some employees may have questions regarding work verification, documentation requirements or Medicaid eligibility processes. Employers can play an important role in helping employees access trusted information but are not expected to determine Medicaid eligibility.
A workforce that includes lower-wage, part-time or seasonal employees may be more likely to have workers enrolled in Medicaid.
What Employers Can Do Now
Although the policy changes will not take effect until 2027, employers can begin preparing now by raising awareness and directing employees to official information.Recommended Actions
- Download educational materials from the toolkit.
- Share educational information through employee newsletters, HR communications, intranet sites, staff meetings or team briefings.
- Direct employees to MarylandHealthConnection.gov/Checkin for official updates and resources.
