CMS Letter: The Transition of Individuals from Institutional to Community Settings Through Medicaid Coverage of Medical Equipment Costs

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Article Publication Date:

7/14/2003

Summary:

In this letter, CMS outlines several methods by which states may facilitate the transition of individuals from institutional to community settings through Medicaid coverage of medical equipment (ME) costs. This letter also serves to reiterate the July 25, 2000, State Medicaid Directors’ letter on this issue and to encourage states to explore this opportunity for persons with disabilities.

Article Author:

Smith, Dennis G.

Topics:

Accessibility; Transition/Diversion from Institutions; Medicaid Waivers; Medicaid

Types/Tools:

Policy alerts, briefs, letters & papers; State Medicaid Director's letters

Populations:

N/A

Sources:

CMS

Programs/Initiatives:

HIPAA