Expands Medicaid coverage for personal care services to certain individuals in adult care homes.

The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Benefits (DHB) to request federal approval to extend Medicaid eligibility for personal care services to individuals in licensed adult care homes. This coverage applies to those whose income exceeds the limit for State-County Special Assistance but does not exceed 180% or 200% of the federal poverty level. The request must ensure cost offset by savings or cost avoidance and comply with legal requirements. The act becomes effective upon becoming law.

Expands Medicaid coverage for personal care services to certain individuals in adult care homes.

The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Benefits (DHB) to request federal approval to extend Medicaid eligibility for personal care services to individuals in licensed adult care homes. This coverage applies to those whose income exceeds the limit for State-County Special Assistance but does not exceed 180% or 200% of the federal poverty level. The request must ensure cost offset by savings or cost avoidance and comply with legal requirements. The act becomes effective upon becoming law.