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Medical Frailty and Medicaid Work Requirements: Challenges for People with HIV

In 2023, Medicaid covered 46% of people with HIV nationwide with 60% of adults with HIV under 65 in expansion states accessing coverage through the expansion pathway.  This analysis examines Medicaid work requirements and the implementation of medical frailty exclusions for people with HIV in light of CMS’s implementing regulation.

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Ending the HIV Epidemic Funding Tracker

This tracker provides up-to-date data on federal Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) funding, including an overview of funding mechanisms by year, agency, grant mechanism, and jurisdiction.

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The U.S. HIV/AIDS Epidemic

This fact sheet provides the latest data on the U.S. HIV epidemic, including key trends over time, impact by region and population, and information on the U.S. government’s response.

HIV Testing in the United States

This fact sheet provides information on key HIV testing statistics, testing recommendations, insurance coverage of HIV testing, testing sites and policies, and types of tests available.

The Ryan White Program

This fact sheet provides an overview of the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, the largest HIV-specific federal grant program in the United States.

Greater Than

These accessible, mobile-friendly resources include more than 100 FAQs, in both English and Spanish, covering HIV and STD basics, testing, prevention and treatment. Greater Than can also help you find free and low cost testing near you. 

 

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PEPFAR Policy Resource Hub

This hub brings together key U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) policy resources – from KFF, the U.S. government, and others – that can be used to inform policy discussions and research. More items will be added to the hub over time.

The Global HIV/AIDS Epidemic

This updated fact sheet provides the latest data on the global HIV/AIDS epidemic, including impact on affected and vulnerable populations, treatment and prevention efforts, and an overview of the U.S. and global responses to the epidemic.

Global HIV/AIDS Timeline

The Global HIV/AIDS Timeline is an ongoing reference tool for the many political, scientific, cultural, and community developments that have occurred over the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

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  • Web Briefing: Key Issues Ahead of the International AIDS Conference in South Africa

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    The Kaiser Family Foundation held an interactive web briefing on Tuesday, June 21 to discuss key issues to be addressed at the upcoming International AIDS Conference on July 18-22. The conference will convene in Durban, South Africa, 16 years after it was first held there. The world has seen dramatic progress in the fight against AIDS since 2000, but what key challenges remain in achieving the goal of an end to AIDS? What are the latest clinical,…

  • Walgreens and Greater Than AIDS Team Up In National Effort To Encourage HIV Testing and Prevention

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    DEERFIELD, Ill., June 14, 2016 – In the lead up to National HIV Testing Day on June 27, Walgreens and Greater Than AIDS, a leading national public information response to the domestic HIV/AIDS epidemic, are teaming with health departments and local AIDS service organizations (ASOs) to offer free HIV testing and counseling about new prevention strategies, including Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). Testing will take place at select Walgreens stores in 150 participating cities, June 23-25: Thursday,…

  • New Campaign Features Top YouTube and Social Media Stars To Educate Young People About Latest In HIV/AIDS

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    “Girl, no! You cannot get HIV like that!,” exclaims YouTube star Todrick Hall in a new video for HIV BEATS, an upbeat and informative new series from #endHIV and Greater Than AIDS, made in collaboration with YouTube.  Featuring top YouTube influencers, the series debuts on the 35th anniversary of the first case of HIV/AIDS (June 5). HIV BEATS aims to connect with younger audiences about game-changing advances in HIV prevention, testing and treatment. The CDC…

  • Implementation of the ACA for People with HIV

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    The Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) major coverage reforms have created new pathways to insurance coverage for millions of Americans, including those with HIV. How have these changes affected coverage and access to care for people with HIV? Who has gained new coverage and who has been left out? On May 4 at 9:30 a.m. ET, the Kaiser Family Foundation held a policy briefing to discuss these questions with a panel of experts.

  • People with HIV Who Gained Health Coverage Under ACA Are More Comfortable Navigating Insurance Two Years Later, But Problems Persist, Others Remain Uninsured

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    A new Kaiser Family Foundation report based on focus groups conducted in five states finds people living with HIV are more comfortable with navigating health insurance two years into the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) major coverage expansions. Those in the marketplaces and Medicaid recognize their new benefits but often continue to worry about maintaining coverage and remain concerned about its affordability, and many in states without Medicaid expansion remain uninsured. The brief takes a second…

  • The ACA and People with HIV: An Update

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    This report provides a second look at how the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is impacting people with HIV two years into these new coverage opportunities, based on focus groups conducted with HIV positive individuals from five states in early 2016, after the third round of open enrollment. Groups were conducted with HIV positive individuals who gained insurance coverage – through either the Marketplaces or Medicaid expansion- in California and New York and with those who…

  • The ACA and People with HIV: Video Profiles from the Field

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    "The ACA and People with HIV: Profiles from the Field" video series features people with HIV sharing their experiences with health coverage in the ACA era, including those living in the "coverage gap" as well as those who have gained insurance coverage. The videos highlight the role the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program continues to play in the lives of people with HIV.

  • New Analysis Finds Marketplace Plans with Lowest Premiums Are Often Not the Most Cost-Effective Option for People with HIV

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    Among 300 Enrollment Options Examined, an HIV Positive Enrollee Could Save $4,000 on Average by Assessing a Fuller Range of Costs A new Kaiser Family Foundation analysis finds that people living with HIV could benefit from looking beyond premium costs when shopping for a health plan in the marketplace – as plans with the lowest premiums are often not the most cost-effective option. People with HIV can find lower cost plans by conducting a more…

  • CANCELLED: Event – Implementation of the ACA for People with HIV

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    UPDATE: Due to snow in the Washington area, this Kaiser Family Foundation scheduled event in Washington, D.C., is cancelled.  We apologize for the inconvenience and will let you know if we are able to reschedule the event at a later date. The Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) major coverage reforms have created new pathways to insurance coverage for millions of Americans, including those with HIV. How have these changes affected coverage and access to care for…