Article Publication Date:
11/8/2006
Summary:
The Medicaid Home and Community-Based services waiver program is authorized in §1915(c) of the Social Security Act. The program permits a State to furnish an array of services that assist beneficiaries to live in the community and avoid institutionalization. CMS recognizes design and operation features of a waiver program will vary depending on the specific needs of the target population, the resources available, service delivery system structure, State goals and objectives, and other factors.
Topics:
Medicaid Waivers
Types/Tools:
Populations:
N/A
Sources:
CMS
Programs/Initiatives:
1915c
States:
Keywords:
State/Agency Information
Waiver Authority; Web-based; Participant Access and Eligibility; Review Criteria; Instrument for Reviewing; Instructions Technical Guide and Review Criteria; Request for Amendment; The Review Instrument;
Contact
Jim Michalowski
Truven Health
Jim.Michalowski@truvenhealth.com
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51083