Article Publication Date:
5/21/2013
Summary:
CMS has released two important documents that outline essential elements of MLTSS programs that are in line with current best practices. The first document summarizes these essential elements and the second provides guidance for incorporating these essential elements into MLTSS programs operating under section 1115 or 1915(b) authorities. These standards will be used when CMS reviews states’ design, implementation and operation of MLTSS programs for approval and ongoing quality assurance.
Topics:
Consumer/Participant Direction; Transition/Diversion from Institutions; Quality; Resource Center; Medicaid Waivers; Medicaid
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Aging/Older Adults; Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities; Physical Disabilities; Psychiatric Disabilities/Mental Illness
Sources:
CMS
Programs/Initiatives:
Money Follows the Person; Olmstead; Deficit Reduction Act (DRA); Affordable Care Act (ACA)
States:
Keywords:
Long-Term Care; Eligibility; Community Inclusion; System Transformation; Enrollment; Organizational Change
standards; guidance; capitation; planning; program design; CMS applications; CMS proposals; self-direction; participant protections;
Contact
Camille Dobson
Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services
Camille.Dobson@cms.hhs.gov
Phone:
410-786-7062.
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/53394