‘Making the Switch’: Transitioning from ACA Adult Medicaid to AABD Medicaid with Medicare

These resources were created for professionals working with people transitioning from ACA Adult Medicaid to AABD Medicaid with Medicare

Avisery’s “Making the Switch” chart and corresponding video resources aim to help educate professionals working with people transitioning from ACA Adult Medicaid coverage to AABD Medicaid with Medicare. The resources are intended to give professionals a global understanding of the process, so they might help beneficiaries prepare for and navigate how their coverage will look with AABD Medicaid and Medicare. Please note that this resource applies to people living in the community. It does not apply to individuals in long term care facilities.

Making the Switch Chart:

This desk aid and glossary documents the steps and coverage options available to Illinois ACA Adult Medicaid beneficiaries who transition to AABD Medicaid with Medicare when they turn 65 or start receiving Medicare due to disability status.

• Making the Switch Chart

Video: Making the Switch Chart Walk Through

This video walks through the details of our chart step by step.

• Watch Making the Switch Chart Walk Through 

Video: Making the Switch KeyConcepts

This video explains many of the key concepts referenced in the chart for viewers who are new to the material. This presentation walks through Medicare eligibility, Medicaid basics, and basics of dual eligibility. A pdf of the slide deck is available to download.

• Watch Making the Switch Key Concepts
• Making the Switch Concepts Slide Deck