Tips and Tricks for Recertifying Medicaid

April Virtual Learning Session: Tips and Tricks for Recertifying Medicaid

Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 12 p.m.

Presenter: Andrea Emerson, Director of Medicaid Eligibility and Benefits (LIFEPlan and ACANY) 

Description:  

Join us for an informative session on Tips and Tricks for Medicaid Recertification.
We’ll break down common misunderstandings about Medicaid and other benefit programs, including how work and income can affect your benefits, what happens if your resources go over the limit, and how programs like SNAP fit into the bigger picture. Many people miss out on important supports because of confusing or incorrect information. This session will help you better understand the rules, clear up misconceptions, and learn how to confidently navigate the recertification process. 

Who would benefit most from attending: 

Members, families and caregivers, care managers 

What they will learn: 

• How to avoid common mistakes that can cause delays or loss of Medicaid coverage.  

• How income and work affect eligibility, so individuals can feel more confident about reporting changes.  

• What counts as a resource and what to do if savings or assets go over the limit.  

• How Medicaid connects with other benefits like SNAP, and how to keep all benefits active without confusion.