Establishes a Medicaid buy-in program for workers with disabilities in Hawaii.

Hawaii HB2487 proposes a Medicaid buy-in program for workers with disabilities. Eligible individuals must have a net countable income greater than 250% of the federal poverty level and nonexempt resources within specified limits. The program includes sliding-scale premiums based on income, ranging from $20 to $250 per month, with annual adjustments. The Department of Human Services will collect premiums and may contract with public or private entities for this purpose. The program requires federal financial participation under title XIX of the Social Security Act.

Establishes a Medicaid buy-in program for workers with disabilities in Hawaii.

Hawaii HB2487 proposes a Medicaid buy-in program for workers with disabilities. Eligible individuals must have a net countable income greater than 250% of the federal poverty level and nonexempt resources within specified limits. The program includes sliding-scale premiums based on income, ranging from $20 to $250 per month, with annual adjustments. The Department of Human Services will collect premiums and may contract with public or private entities for this purpose. The program requires federal financial participation under title XIX of the Social Security Act.