Emerging Health Issues

Medicaid Dollars to Pay to Fight Zika Virus

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) distributed a five page letter offering guidance for states looking to bolster their response to the Zika virus without extra funding from Congress. CMS informed the states that they can receive Medicaid reimbursement for over-the-counter insect repellents when prescribed by a healthcare provider. Read article here…..

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