The state has received nearly 260,000 applications for health coverage, and its call centers have received nearly 185,000 inquiries about HIP 2.0. "Our team eagerly met the challenge to implement HIP 2.0 immediately," said John. J. Wernert, M.D., FSSA secretary. "Now that the initial influx of new members has been processed, it's time to enter the next phase of our outreach efforts to continue to build awareness." Agency leaders such as Dr. Wernert and other state officials have participated in more than 60 events across the state since HIP 2.0 was launched. Such events will continue to help educate community groups, residents, health care providers and stakeholders about the program. More than 71 percent of enrolled HIP 2.0 members are participating in the HIP Plus program, which provides vision and dental benefits.