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- 1. LeadingAge NY Calls for Health Equity for Older Adults in 1115 Waiver Comments
- March 12, 2024
The association's comments noted that, although older adults are the state's fastest-growing demographic group, the waiver does little to address the unique needs of older adults, especially those who need long-term care services.
- 2. Undocumented Non-Citizens Age 65+ Now Eligible for Medicaid
- February 6, 2024
As of Jan. 1, 2024, undocumented non-citizen residents of NYS are eligible for Medicaid through a mainstream managed care plan.
- 3. Medicaid 1115 Waiver Amendment Approved by CMS
- January 9, 2024
The amended waiver will invest $7.5 billion in health and social care over three years, focusing on health equity, safety net hospitals, and workforce shortages.
- 4. Roll-Back of Independent Assessment Process Sought by LeadingAge NY, Other Advocates
- November 1, 2022
In a letter to DOH, the associations and consumer advocates requested suspension of independent clinical assessments and a delay in the launch of independent 'immediate need' and 'expedited' initial assessments and independent reassessments, in light of scheduling, customer service, and accuracy concerns.
- 5. Long Term Care Must Be a Focus of New Medicaid Waiver, LeadingAge NY Urges in Written Comments
- October 24, 2022
The association's comments to CMS on the State's proposed $13.5 billion waiver emphasized the need for funding mechanisms designed for dual eligibles and the long term care and aging services providers that serve them.
- 6. 1115 Medicaid Waiver Public Forum Materials Posted
- October 11, 2022
In case you missed the MRT Waiver public forum on Sept. 28th, the DOH presentation slides, a recording of the presentation and public comments, and a transcript have been posted here.
- 7. LeadingAge NY Calls for Investment in Long Term Care and Aging Services at Medicaid Waiver Forum
- October 4, 2022
LeadingAge NY's remarks focused on the failures of prior waivers to invest in services for older adults and the pressing need for a renewed emphasis on the long term care system given demographic changes. Comments on the 1115 waiver amendment are due on Oct. 19th.
- 8. State to Hold Annual Forum on Medicaid 1115 Waiver
- September 6, 2022
The virtual forum, which pertains to the existing waiver, not the proposed amendment, will be held on Sept. 28th from 1 to 4 p.m. Written comments may be submitted through Oct. 10th.
- 9. LeadingAge NY Comments on Medicaid 1115 Waiver Request
- May 20, 2022
- 10. LeadingAge NY Highlights Need for Dedicated Investment in Aging Services in 1115 Waiver Comments
- May 20, 2022
LeadingAge NY's written comments called for targeted funding and strategies to support older adults and the long term care providers that serve them, including investments in quality, workforce, and affordable housing with services. DOH posted slides and a recording of the waiver hearings.
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