Article Publication Date:
5/1/2010
Summary:
Many obstacles impede states from rebalancing their long-term supports and services (LTSS) programs toward greater emphasis on HCBS alternatives. This brief outlines policy recommendations for reforming the Medicaid-funded LTSS system to support more cost-effective and consumer-oriented long-term care options. The authors discuss the current LTC environment, barriers and promising solutions to rebalancing LTSS, and policy recommendations for improving the Medicaid LTSS system.
Topics:
Medicaid
Types/Tools:
Sources:
Center for Health Care Strategies
Programs/Initiatives:
1915c
States:
1915(i); nursing facility placement; acute care; State Plan Personal Services; Home Health Benefit; Federal Statutory and Regulatory Requirements and Limitations; State Plan Option Limitations; Reimbursement Rate Standards
Contact
Center for Health Care Strategies
200 American Metro Blvd., Suite 119
Hamilton, New Jersey 08619
Phone:
609-528-8400
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/52536