Because of limited funding, Oregon is considering implementing a competitive bidding process for future outreach initiatives. The extent of outreach activities will depend on future funding by the legislature. Outreach Materials and Application Forms. OHP information and outreach materials have been updated to reflect CHIP changes. The materials have also been translated from English into several languages including Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Korean, Cambodian, Hmong, Mein, and Laotian.
Alternative formats are also available, such as Braille, audio, and large print text.
Oregon has a 1-800 number that residents can call to request an application. The State has developed a joint application for both the Medicaid and CHIP programs. The State has to balance the often-conflicting requirements of document brevity versus enrollment determination criteria. As an example, short sentences used in abbreviated application forms are believed to hinder communication by inaccurately assuming an applicant's general level of program understanding. Oregon is sensitized to this issue as a result of a recent lawsuit against the State for failure to comply with ADA outreach material regulations.