Jan 24, 2018 | Medicaid, News and Updates, Waivers
On January 24, 2018, a group of 15 Kentucky Medicaid beneficiaries filed a complaint in D.C. District Court challenging HHS approval of Governor Bevin’s proposal to implement work requirements in Kentucky’s Medicaid program. The approval comes in the midst of new...
Jan 22, 2018 | Legislation, Medicaid, News and Updates
On January 22, 2018, the Senate passed a continuing resolution to reopen and fund the government through February 8, 2018. Included in the bill is a 6-year extension of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The final policy details surrounding the program...
Jan 12, 2018 | Medicaid, News and Updates, Waivers
On January 12, 2018, Kentucky became the first state to impose work requirements as a condition of Medicaid eligibility. The initiative, known as “Kentucky HEALTH,” applies to non-disabled adults beneficiaries ages 19 to 64 and exempts former foster care...
Jan 11, 2018 | Medicaid, News and Updates, Waivers
CMS Work Requirements in 1115 Medicaid Waivers On January 11, 2018, CMS released guidance paving the way for states to obtain waivers to institute work requirements as a condition for Medicaid eligibility, a sharp deviation from prior CMS policy. This shift does not...
Jan 11, 2018 | Medicaid, News and Updates, Waivers
On January 11, 2018, CMS released guidance supporting states seeking to condition Medicaid eligibility on a beneficiary’s participation in a community engagement, skill training, education, or job search initiative. CMS cited state requests for greater flexibility and...
Jan 8, 2018 | Medicaid, News and Updates
Happy New Year from Eyman Partners to our clients and friends. The holiday break has given us a chance to pause and reflect on the year just finished and the challenges ahead. We wanted to share a few of our thoughts on issues we know are of concern to you, as they...
