Opportunities and Challenges for ECCS Initiatives
National Center for Children in Poverty.
The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 (DRA) changes to Medicaid affect health access and coverage for children, starting with those ages birth to 5 years.
State policymakers and family advocates working to develop Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS) and those implementing ECCS plans will need to use their tools and knowledge wisely to ensure a positive impact from the DRA on young children.
This first Project THRIVE Short Take highlights opportunities and cautions for states concerning:
* Eligibility for children with disabilities
* Family cost sharing
* Benefits and benchmark plans
* Case management
* Proof of citizenship
