A person’s transition from incarceration back to the community is fraught with competing, complex social and behavioral health needs, as well as staggering rates of overdose and other adverse health events. This period can be especially challenging for people with HIV and other chronic health conditions, given the risks associated with interruptions in care. New Medicaid Section 1115 waivers seek to improve these transitions by allowing people leaving incarceration to access certain Medicaid benefits for a period prior to reentry. Read on to learn more about these waivers, including recent updates and what to expect next.
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