This toolkit equips health centers with essential resources to help patients enroll in health insurance. This toolkit includes social media graphics, sample text messages, and outreach materials to simplify communication about Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) and Medicaid eligibility. With ready-to-use messaging and engagement strategies, health centers can effectively connect with patients, raise awareness about coverage options, and ensure more individuals gain access to affordable healthcare.
SPECIAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD (SEP) – SOUTH DAKOTA
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Missed open enrollment? Don’t panic! You may still qualify! Schedule a chat with a Navigator today! https://communityhealthcare.net/get-covered-sd/#enrollment-periods
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Members of federally recognized tribes can enroll in a Marketplace plan any time. Get additional, affordable health insurance coverage today.
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Get your dream job and affordable health insurance.
You may be eligible for a Marketplace insurance plan if you recently lost coverage or your employer doesn’t offer affordable insurance options for you or your family.
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Major life change? Let’s get you covered. Get affordable health coverage. Enroll in new health insurance: https://communityhealthcare.net/get-covered-sd/#enrollment-periods
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A Special Enrollment Period lets you enroll in health coverage or switch plans outside of Open Enrollment, or during Open Enrollment for an earlier coverage start date. Learn more: https://communityhealthcare.net/get-covered-sd/#enrollment-periods
SMS TEXT MESSAGE TO PATIENTS
(English version) 📢 Need health coverage? You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to get Marketplace insurance! Don’t miss out! Call [Your CHC Name] at [Phone Number] or visit getcoveredsouthdakota.org to check your options.
(Spanish version) 📢 ¿Necesita cobertura de salud? ¡Puede calificar para un Período de Inscripción Especial y obtener seguro a través del Mercado! No se lo pierda! Llame a [Su CHC] al [Número de Teléfono] o visite getcoveredsouthdakota.org para conocer sus opciones.
SPECIAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD (SEP) – NORTH DAKOTA
SOCIAL MEDIA
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Do you need health coverage? ND Navigators can help you find and enroll in health coverage. Start here: https://ndcpd.org/ndnavigator/
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“Why should I have health coverage?” With health insurance, you can go to a doctor without worrying about paying full price for your medical bills. Learn more: https://ndcpd.org/ndnavigator/
SMS TEXT MESSAGE TO PATIENTS
(English version) Had a big life change, like a new baby, marriage, or loss of coverage? You might qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to sign up for Marketplace insurance! Call [CHC Name] at [Phone Number] to learn more.
(Spanish version) ¿Tuvo un gran cambio en su vida, como un nuevo bebé, matrimonio o pérdida de cobertura? Podría calificar para un Período de Inscripción Especial y obtener seguro a través del Mercado. ¡Llame a [Nombre del CHC] al [Número de Teléfono] para obtener más información!
MEDICAID – SOUTH DAKOTA
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Your story helps others. Do you have a story about how Medicaid has impacted your life or the life of someone you know? Share your story: communityhealthcare.net/medicaid-stories
Medicaid makes South Dakota stronger. Hear Erica’s story:
https://youtu.be/wtO4PfY-6iE
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Medicaid makes South Dakota stronger. Hear Tsion’s story:
https://youtu.be/qSS8OG1DK54
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Medicaid makes South Dakota stronger. Hear Queen’s story:
https://youtu.be/kk7A1StzJS4
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Did You Know? In South Dakota, Medicaid covers…
getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Did You Know? A family of 4 making $43,000 qualifies for Medicaid under expansion. getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Did You Know? There are no copays for Medicaid patients in South Dakota. Copays were eliminated in July of 2024. getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Did You Know? You can get free assistance with completing a Medicaid application. getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Did You Know? Even if you’ve applied and been denied for Medicaid in the past, you may be eligible now. getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Did You Know? Medicaid covers preventative services, like well-checks and vaccinations. getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Did You Know? Proof of work is NOT required to qualify for South Dakota Medicaid at this time. getcoveredsouthdakota.org
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Cuwe said that health care coverage through ND Medicaid has been very helpful for her family. She is now able to access preventive care and medical checkups for herself, well-child checkups for her children and dental services for the entire family.
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Raya said with the help of ND Medicaid benefits she was able to access services to help her break the cycle of addiction.
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Because of ND Medicaid, all of Colin’s medical needs have been covered including hospitalizations, surgeries, medications, equipment needed to live independently in his apartment and support staff services.
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Sandy wants others to know that she does not take ND Medicaid for granted. Now, she does not have to worry about where money will come from to pay for her medical expenses.
