Medicaid and EP Members Impacted by Federal Budget Legislation

Funding cuts from the federal budget legislation H.R. 1 (Public Law No. 119-21) impact Essential Plan and Medicaid programs.

• Essential Plan changes affect some members starting July 1, 2026.
• Medicaid changes will take effect on Jan. 1, 2027

The New York State Department of Health shared the resources listed below that detail the impacts of the funding cuts and include contact information for members needing assistance.

We encourage you to review the resources, take time to understand how the changes may affect members, and share the information below with your patients. 

Resources: 

Impact of H.R.1 Legislation on New York’s Essential Plan

Impact of Essential Plan Changes by Congressional District

Stay Connected with NY State of Health

Changes to Medicaid Starting January 2027