CMS Allocates $100 Million to Support Navigators Ahead of Annual Marketplace Enrollment Period

In accordance with the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing effort to support programs in furtherance of the ACA’s implementation, it recently announced plans to award a new $100 million tranche of funds to organizations that serve as Navigators. Navigators offer free assistance to individuals residing in underserved communities, as well as others, to find and enroll in affordable health coverage made available through the DHHS sponsored Marketplace accessible through healthcare.gov. Navigators can also assist individuals with obtaining Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage if applicable. CMS is awarding these grants in advance of the Marketplace open enrollment period that begins November 1.