Waiver Amendment

 

 

 

 

On April 1, the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) submitted Amendment #1 for the Family Supports Waiver, Community Supports Waiver and Community Pathways Waiver. Changes made to the proposal based on input from various stakeholders including self-advocates, family members, advocacy groups, and providers are highlighted in yellow in the track change documents that may be found on the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) website. The DDA is creating a new document to capture the various questions and answers shared during the public input process. For additional information regarding Amendment #1 please visit the DDA Waivers – Amendment #1 2019.

The DDA is now working with stakeholders’ feedback to develop another planned amendment to the Waivers. Amendment #2 will include:

1.  Updates to the self-directed service delivery model

2.  Transition strategy for new LTSS fee for service billing starting with a small pilot group

3.  New procedure codes and associated rates for services associated with:

    • Dedicated staffing (i.e. 1:1 and 2:1) in residential services
    • Day habilitation for small and large groups
    • Enhanced personal supports to support higher reimbursement rate for people with complex health and/or behavioral needs

Self-directed services delivery model framework stakeholder meetings are being planned for May 13 for Central and Southern regions, May 16 for Eastern Shore, and May 20 for the Western region. All meetings will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Additional information regarding registration and location will be shared soon.