This state plan amendment updates language for health care services, including several speech-language services. Read More
State Plan Amendment (SPA) #: 20-0013
“DMAS shall provide a fixed per day payment for nursing facility residents with TBI served in the program in accordance with resident and provider criteria, in addition to the reimbursement otherwise payable under the provisions of the Nursing Home Payment System. Effective for dates of service on and after August 19, 1998, a per day rate add-on shall be paid …
Re: Increased Federal Matching Funds for Translation and Interpretation Services under Medicaid and CHIP
Explains new standards for fund matching for translation under Medicaid and CHIP to state agencies, a provision connected to the Civil Rights Act and OCR. Read More
SMD Letter – Policy Guidance on Medicaid for Persons with Limited English Proficiency
Letter to state medicaid directors outlining the policy on Medicaid for LEP individuals and attaching guidance from OCR on the Title VI Prohibition. Read More
Guidance on Maintenance of Effort
Letter to state medicaid directors outlining the policy on the “maintenance of effort” provisions in the Affordable Care Act. Read More
Washington State Plan Amendment (SPA) #: 20-0004
This state plan amendment updates language for school-based health care services, including several speech-language services for students. Read More
ACA SECTION 2401, COMMUNITY FIRSTCHOICE OPTION (Section 1915(k) of theSocial Security Act); OREGON STATE PLANAMENDMENT SUMMARY
Explains Oregon’s state plan amendment adding Community First Choice services, which allows OR to cover home and community-based attendant services and supports, to assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and health-related related tasks. Read More
Policy Guidance Regarding Inquiries into Citizenship, Immigration Status and Social Security Numbers in State Applications for Medicaid, State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and Food Stamp Benefits
Provides guidance for state health and welfare officials regarding citizenship or immigration status of applicants and their families. Read More
Coverage of Behavioral Health Services for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Significant Mental Health Conditions
Bulletin seeks to assist states to design a benefit that will meet the needs of children, youth, and young adults with significant mental health conditions. Read More
Opportunities for Improving Access to Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services for Medicaid and CHIP Enrollees Experiencing Homelessness
This CMCS Informational Bulletin seeks to encourage states to consider leveraging available Medicaid and CHIP opportunities to improve access to mental health and SUD services for individuals experiencing homelessness. Read More