Disaster Resources
General Disaster Information
Instruction | Resource |
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Appeal administrative relief for areas affected by hurricanes | Appeal Requests for Providers/Suppliers Affected by a Natural Disaster |
Information about billing replacement items due to hurricanes | Replacement Equipment for Beneficiaries Affected by Hurricanes |
Information for beneficiaries in Competitive Bidding Areas affected by hurricanes | Competitive Bidding Implementation Contractor (CBIC) |
Disaster Resource Guide | Jurisdiction C Disaster Resource Guide |
Disasters & Public Health Emergencies (PHE) Q&As | Disasters & PHE Q&As |
2024
Hurricane Milton – Key Information for Florida
On October 8, 2024, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency exists in Florida since October 5, 2024 due to Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Helene – Key Information for Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee
On September 28, 2024, Health Secretary Xavier Becerra declared Public Health Emergencies for Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina. The waivers are retroactive for the dates listed below for each state:
- Florida – September 23
- Georgia – September 24
- North Carolina – September 25
- South Carolina – September 25
- Tennessee – September 26
Visit the List of Public Health Emergency Declarations webpage for more information.
Hurricane Francine – Key Information for Louisiana
On September 12, 2024, Health Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency in Louisiana starting from September 10, 2024, because of Hurricane Francine.
Hurricane Debby – Information for Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina
On August 6, 2024, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency exists in Florida since August 1, 2024 due to Hurricane Debby.
On August 7, 2024, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency in Georgia and South Carolina since August 4, 2024 due to Hurricane Debby.
Hurricane Beryl – Information for Texas
On July 12, 2024, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency in multiple counties in the state of Texas due to Hurricane Beryl.
2024 Hurricane Season Update from CGS
Hurricane season is just around the corner, officially kicking off on June 1, 2024, and running until November 30, 2024. Are you ready?
2023
Hurricane Idalia – Information for Florida and Georgia
On August 30, 2023, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra determined that a Public Health Emergency exists in Florida due to Hurricane Idalia.
On September 12, 2023, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra determined that a Public Health Emergency exists in Georgia since August 30, 2023, due to Hurricane Idalia.
2023 Hurricane Season Update from CGS
Hurricane season is just around the corner, officially kicking off on June 1, 2023, and running until November 30, 2023. Are you ready?
Information for Mississippi Due to Recent Storms
On March 27, 2023, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra determined that a Public Health Emergency exists in Mississippi as the result of the continued consequences of severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, and tornadoes. Click on the links below for helpful resources:
Other CMS Resources
Updated: 10.03.24