MEDLINEPLUS AND AFFORDABLE CARE ACT RESOURCES Lydia N. Collins Consumer Health Coordinator National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Middle Atlantic Region

ACA OVERVIEW AND RESOURCES FOR LIBRARIES

Why have the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? In March 23, 2010 ACA health reform was signed into law 129 million Americans with pre-existing conditions lack health insurance 50 million Americans without health insurance Insurance premiums continued to rise Preventive Care and Critical Treatments, not covered by current health insurance policies. Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight

Overall Health Insurance Coverage Note: The total does not equal 100% because some people have more than one type of coverage. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Income Poverty and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States:

Who Are the Uninsured? Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Income Poverty and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States:

State and County Quick Facts (U.S. Census Bureau)

County Health Rankings & Roadmaps

ACA is Making a Difference No more pre-existing condition denials for children No more lifetime dollar limits on coverage Insurance companies can’t drop your coverage when you get sick No more coverage denials without appeal Consumers will have access to information on how to understand their coverage

Health Insurance Marketplace Health Insurance Marketplaces Exchanges Simplifies the search for health coverage One place to compare all options based on price and benefits Open enrollment begins October 1,

Types of Marketplaces NY: State-based marketplace DE: State partnership marketplace PA and NJ: Federally facilitated marketplace Knowing the type of marketplace determines where consumers go to shop for health plans HealthCare.gov – the place to go to determine what marketplace to use

Healthcare.gov State Partnership and Federally Facilitated State-Based

CMS.gov: Health Insurance Marketplace

CMS.gov: Health Insurance Marketplace – Get Training

CMS.gov: Health Insurance Marketplace – Get Resources Bi-fold brochures Fact sheets Drop in articles Public Service Announcements

CMS.gov: Health Insurance Marketplace – Get Resources Publications & Articles

Healthcare.gov (main page)

Healthcare.gov (see your options)

Healthcare.gov (Your results)

CuidadoDeSalud.gov

CuidadoDeSalud.gov (Obtener sus Opciones)

CuidadoDeSalud.gov (Sus Resultados)

Health Insurance Marketplace Application for Health Coverage (Short Form)

Health Insurance Marketplace Application for Health Coverage (Short Form- Appendix C)

How to Apply for Insurance Easy Convenient Streamlined Source: Health Insurance Marketplace 101 (July 2013)

In-person assistance options Certified Navigators The federal government awarded grants to organizations that will serve as certified Navigators for health insurance State based Marketplaces have funded their own navigators Health centers have been awarded funding in each state to support ACA outreach and enrollment Certified application counselors Agents and brokers Marketplace call center: ; TTY:

State by State: Health Reform Information

State ACA Outreach and Enrollment Assistance

Libraries and ACA Source: First Steps Identify the type of exchange in your state and who your potential community partners are Assess how your staff can meet this patron information need Define a role that best fits your library and resources Remember you have resources from HealthCare.gov, your state exchange, and WebJunction.org

MEDLINEPLUS.GOV

MedlinePlus: Your Medical Google Free, Reliable & Trusted Health Information for Your Community!

MedlinePlus.gov Health Insurance Search

MedlinePlus: Health Insurance

Health Topic: Health Insurance cont…

MedlinePlus: Health Insurance Topic Page Overviews section

MedlinePlus: Medicare

MedlinePlus: Medicare cont…

MedlinePlus: Health Topics

MedlinePlus: Health Systems

MedlinePlus: Stress (Search)

MedlinePlus: Stress (Health Topic Page)

MedlinePlus: Stress (Health Topic Page cont…)

MedlinePlus: Drugs and Supplements

MedlinePlus: Drugs (‘A’)

MedlinePlus: Drugs - Acetaminophen

MedlinePlus: Drugs – Acetaminophen (Warning)

MedlinePlus: Drugs – Acetaminophen (overview)

MedlinePlus: Herbs & Supplements

MedlinePlus: Herbs & Supplements (‘G’)

MedlinePlus: Garlic

NIH-NCCAM: Garlic

MedlinePlus: Videos & Cool Tools

MedlinePlus: Interactive Tutorials

MedlinePlus: Anatomy Videos

MedlinePlus: Surgery Videos

MedlinePlus: Calculators & Quizzes (Health Check Tools)

Health Check Tools: Example

MedlinePlus: Games

MedlinePlus: Understanding Medical Words (Tutorial)

Evaluating Health Information (MedlinePlus) Surf the Web Safely Consider the source Focus on quality Critical thinking (‘Cyberskeptic’) Look for the evidence Check for currency Beware of Bias Protect your privacy Consult with your health professional ebsurfing.html Evaluate Internet Health Information (Tutorial) al/webeval.html Evaluating Health Information (MedlinePlus Page) inghealthinformation.html

NLM Director Podcasts

MedlinePlus: Directories

MedlinePlus: Libraries

MedlinePlus: Organizations

MedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia

MedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia (A)

MedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia (Allergies)

NN/LM MAR ACA RESOURCES

NN/LM MAR ACA Resources Website

NN/LM MAR ACA Guide for Public Libraries

Public Libraries and ACA

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ADDITIONAL NLM RESOURCES/NNLM MAR OUTREACH

NN/LM MAR Outreach to Public Libraries NN/LM MAR promotes the use and access to reliable health information by Public Library staff in NY, NJ, PA and DE NN/LM MAR supports and encourages libraries in the region to extend their services and expertise to groups, institutions, and individuals beyond their traditional reach. Our goal is to expand partnerships and implement activities with members and other organizations to improve awareness of, and access to health information resources for health professionals, the public health workforce, and members of the public. Learn more about NN/LM MAR Outreach to Public Libraries! Request training for library staff in NY, NJ, PA & DE. Access resources for use in your public library. For those outside of NY, NJ, PA & DE locate your NN/LM Regional Medical Library:

NN/LM MAR Outreach to School Libraries NN/LM MAR promotes the use and access to reliable health information by K-12 professionals in NY, NJ, PA and DE This is done through training on the numerous resources developed by NLM. These resources are designed to engage students’ interest in and foster their analysis of a variety of health and science related topics using: instructional templates lesson plans resource lists and more Learn more about NN/LM MAR Outreach to K-12 Professionals! Request training for educators in NY, NJ, PA & DE. Access resources for use in your K-12 setting. For those outside of NY, NJ, PA & DE locate your NN/LM Regional Medical Library:

“The Exhibition Program creates lively and informative exhibitions and educational resources that enhance awareness of and appreciation for the collections of the National Library of Medicine. Explore. Discover. Enjoy”. Topics include: Medicine & the Arts Science & Society Patients & Practitioners The Technology of Medicine Suitable for grades K NLM Exhibition Program

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Stay Informed about ACA Sign up for updates and be the first to hear about trainings, developments and new resources to assist consumers from the following: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS.gov) – this feature allows you to choose to receive all CMS updates. For those specific to the Marketplace, choose Outreach and Education -> Health Insurance Marketplace (Exchange) HealthCare.gov OCLC WebJunction MedlinePlus Health Insurance NN/LM MAR list

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Thank You! This project has been funded in whole or in part with Federal funds from the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Contract No. HHS-N C with the University of Pittsburgh, Health Sciences Library System. Lydia N. Collins Consumer Health Coordinator