Virginia Medicaid

Press Releases

The latest press releases from the Department of Medical Assistance Services

Virginia Medicaid Agency Takes Steps to Protect Member Health Information

Richmond – The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) discovered in late January that one or more unauthorized individuals accessed medical records of multiple hospitals and viewed some personal health information of 6,120 Medicaid members.

Governor Northam Declares State of Emergency

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today declared a state of emergency in the Commonwealth of Virginia in response to the continued spread of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Governor Northam Outlines Plans for Novel Coronavirus

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that state officials are executing longstanding public health plans in response to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Virginia currently has no confirmed cases of COVID-19, and state officials are continuously monitoring the virus worldwide. Governor Northam, joined by state public health officials, held a media briefing in Richmond today highlighting the Commonwealth’s preparations

Governor Northam Announces Additional Actions to Address COVID-19

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced further actions to protect public health and support Virginians impacted by the spread of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Virginia Medicaid Agency Reports Increased Access to Addiction Treatment

Richmond – The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) today released a new report highlighting significant increases in access to addiction treatment for Medicaid members along with improved health outcomes, including a steady reduction in emergency department visits

Virginia Medicaid Launches New Expansion Access Dashboard

Richmond – The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) today announced a new dashboard documenting how newly eligible Virginia adults are using their Medicaid coverage to visit their doctors, fill prescriptions, and treat chronic and life-threatening conditions, including diabetes and cancer.

Governor Northam Announces Budget Proposals to Combat Maternal and Infant Mortality, Reduce Racial Disparity

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced his proposed budget will include approximately $22 million to combat maternal and infant mortality and reduce the racial disparity in Virginia’s maternal mortality rate. Proposed funding will dramatically expand Medicaid coverage for new moms, increase home visiting, and explore Medicaid reimbursement for Doula support services.

Virginia Medicaid Launches Spanish-language CubreVirginia Website

Richmond – The Virginia Medicaid agency today announced the launch of a Spanish-language website, CubreVirginia.org, a one-stop-shop for Spanish-speaking Virginians seeking information about low- and no-cost health coverage.

Virginia Medicaid Agency Awarded Federal Grant to Combat Opioid Crisis

RICHMOND – The Virginia Medicaid agency has been awarded a $5 million federal planning grant to increase access to evidence-based treatment for opioid addiction and other substance use disorders.

Director Dr. Jennifer Lee to Step Down After Leading DMAS Through Successful Expansion of Medicaid

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Dr. Jennifer Lee, the Director of the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS), will step down effective October 9 after successfully leading the Medicaid agency through the largest expansion of health coverage in Virginia in decades.

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