May 21, 2025 - Reading, PA
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) joined the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Human Services (DHS), and the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) to launch a new survey that the Shapiro Administration will use to identify challenges and questions women have about their health insurance benefits, and to remind Pennsylvania women during Women's Health Month about the importance of access to the preventive health services that are available to them at no cost through their insurance."It's important that every woman in Pennsylvania understands their health insurance coverage and is able to access the care they need without unnecessary barriers," said Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys. "We want to better understand the barriers to care so we can help ensure women take full advantage of the services they've paid their insurers to cover." The survey focuses on women's preventive services, including regular check-ups and annual or periodic screenings, pregnancy care, and other essential health services, and will help the Department provide clearer information on issues that matter most to Pennsylvanians. Speakers Include:Dr. Chelsea Marks, Director of Maternal and Child services (BCHC)Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Michael HumphreysTara Trego, DOH Director, Bureau of Family HealthSally Kozak, DHS Deputy Secretary, Office of Medical Assistance ProgramsKelly Primus, DDAP Deputy SecretaryAshley Walkowiak, Executive Director for Gov. Shapiro's Advisory Commission on Women
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