Update
CMS hosts free emergency preparedness webinar August 21
A 30-minute session open to the public, Friday at 8:30 AM Hawaii time, with online registration.
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About the webinar
CMS Region 9 is holding a 30-minute session on disaster and emergency preparedness for partners and the public across Hawaii and the Pacific.
- Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
- Time: 8:30 AM Hawaii, 11:30 AM Pacific, 2:30 PM Eastern
- Free and open to anyone who wants to attend
- Register for the webinar
If you have Medicare
CMS has a guide on getting care and prescriptions during a disaster or emergency. It covers:
- Prescriptions: most can be transferred to another in-network pharmacy nearby. Call your Medicare drug plan first if you need to use an out-of-network pharmacy.
- Doctor visits: with Original Medicare you can see any provider who accepts Medicare. With a Medicare Advantage plan, ask your plan about temporary network flexibility.
- Ongoing and critical care: help is available for dialysis, cancer treatment, and for repairing or replacing medical equipment damaged or lost in the storm.
If you have Medicaid
Contact the state Medicaid agency or your managed care plan for guidance on keeping your coverage and services during the emergency.
Other help
- 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) for questions about your own coverage
- Latest CMS emergency updates
- Questions for CMS Region 9: ROSFOORA@cms.hhs.gov
This summary is provided by KupunaReady. The full and current release is published by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Region 9 (opens in a new window).