Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Medicaid Health Summit in American Samoa covered information including essential Medicaid services, eligibility, benefits, and program improvements — fostering a deeper understanding of healthcare access in the community. Thank you to everyone who participated.

The American Samoa Medicaid Office began its Medicaid Health Summit, Monday, Mar. 24, which will continue through to today, Wednesday,  Mar. 26 at the ASCC Multi-Purpose Center.

The three-day event, according to the ASMO aims to inform residents about Medicaid benefits, eligibility, and ongoing services.

Day one focused on public eligibility, Day two was geared toward healthcare providers, and Day three (today) will cover government agencies involved with Medicaid funding and services.

Officials emphasize that space is limited and encourage early registration by calling 699-4777, or using the QR code available on the Medicaid Office’s Facebook page.