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A historic contract has been ratified to ensure that inmates at Mifflin County Correctional Facility receive vital Medicaid-assisted substance-use treatment through 2029!

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Commissioners ratify contract to continue Medicaid‑assisted substance‑use treatment in county jail
The board ratified a two‑year MET program agreement (retroactive to July 1, 2026) allowing incarcerated individuals who were receiving Medicaid‑assisted substance‑use treatment to continue medication, nursing, labs and counseling services in the correctional facility through at least June 30, 2029.
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November 6, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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The Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan is set to partner with Mecosta County, but what does this mean for local Medicaid services starting in 2026?

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Mecosta County Commission on Aging presented with AAAWM purchase-of-service agreement for MI Choice services
The Nov. 5 packet included a purchase-of-service agreement between the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (AAAWM) and the Mecosta County Commission on Aging. The term begins 10/01/2026; AAAWM will pay partner invoices within 30 calendar days and retains authority to determine care plans. The packet did not list a total contract value.
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November 6, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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Williamson County just approved a 6% mandatory hospital assessment to boost funding for Medicaid and indigent care—sparking a heated debate on its impact on large hospital profits.

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Williamson County sets 6% mandatory hospital assessment after public hearing
After a public hearing, the Williamson County Commissioners Court approved a 6% mandatory Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) rate for fiscal year 2027 to leverage state and federal matching dollars for indigent and Medicaid-related care; the vote was 4-0.
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October 31, 2026 at 9:47 AM
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Kentucky providers are stepping up to ensure Medicaid members stay covered by leveraging trained connectors and tailored outreach materials!

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DMS urges providers to use connectors and one‑pagers; details on agents, training and outreach
State officials urged provider organizations to use certified application counselors (connectors), distribute one‑page flyers and coordinate outreach; DMS said it trains connectors and pays insurance agents to assist with Medicaid applications.
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October 30, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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DSHS has cut $100,000 from the Parent to Parent contract, raising concerns about the impact on vital outreach in rural communities.

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DDA says parent-to-parent contract trimmed amid department-wide review of renewals
As part of a contract review to identify near‑term savings DSHS reduced the planned amount for the Parent to Parent contract by about $100,000 after negotiation and said most reviewed contracts were tied to Medicaid waivers; the agency is assessing impacts on rural outreach.
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October 18, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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Kentucky's nonemergency medical transportation program is here to ensure Medicaid recipients never miss a crucial appointment, but do you know the ins and outs of who qualifies and how to appeal?

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DMS outlines who qualifies for nonemergency medical transportation and how to request exceptions
Barbara Walsh of the Department for Medicaid Services gave an overview of Kentucky's nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT): who is eligible, broker scheduling rules (72-hour notice), urgent-care definitions, limits when a member owns a vehicle, and the appeals path through the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
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October 12, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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Virginia's board is taking bold steps to secure essential funding for education, early childhood programs, and vital services for multilingual students—are we ready to support their vision?

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Board outlines 2027 legislative priorities, urges more federal and state funding
Board members reviewed and adopted legislative priorities focused on pre-K access, Title I/II/III funding, Medicaid reimbursements for services and school meal access, noting local budget pressures and staffing needs.
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October 10, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Curious about how health plans can better support vulnerable members facing redetermination and the potential for premium sponsorships?

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Audience Q&A: plans, attestations, sponsorships and the role of telehealth
Audience members pressed panelists on what data plans can share about at-risk members, options for premium sponsorship via the exchange, and whether technology can reduce costs; panelists described current data limits, sponsorship pathways through the exchange, and telehealth's potential benefits and limits.
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October 10, 2026 at 10:23 AM
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Cameron County Commissioners approved a crucial 6% assessment to ensure local hospitals can continue tapping into $163 million in federal Medicaid funds!

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Commissioners keep provider assessment at 6% to preserve federal Medicaid match
Cameron County Commissioners approved a 6% mandatory assessment on inpatient and outpatient net patient revenue for fiscal 2027 so local hospitals can continue accessing federal Medicaid matching funds.
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October 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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Hays County hospitals are on the verge of unlocking even more federal Medicaid funding, with a recent court decision paving the way for a new 6% assessment split that could impact millions.

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Court adopts updated calculation for county's hospital provider participation fund; hospitals request 6% rate split for inpatient/outpatient
Hospital representatives and county staff described technical changes to the Local Provider Participation Fund calculation; Hays County has collected about $170 million since 2015 and hospitals said that generated more than $400 million in federal payments; the court adopted the updated resolution reflecting separate inpatient/outpatient net patient revenue calculations.
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October 2, 2026 at 1:56 PM
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Collin County commissioners have unanimously approved a 6% assessment on hospital revenue to unlock vital federal Medicaid funds, potentially bringing in $300 million for local healthcare.

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Collin County sets FY27 hospital assessment at 6% to unlock Medicaid matching funds
Commissioners voted 5–0 to set the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) FY27 assessment at 6% of hospitals' net patient revenue, a step officials say will allow participating hospitals to draw federal Medicaid matching dollars; presenters estimated about $300 million in county hospital assessments for FY27.
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October 1, 2026 at 8:11 PM
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Collin County just approved a groundbreaking $300 million funding plan to boost local hospitals and secure vital federal Medicaid dollars!

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Commissioners approve FY27 LPPF rate amid $300 million county assessment estimate
Commissioners unanimously approved the Collin County Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) rate-setting after hearing from Adelanto Healthcare Ventures and hospital representatives, who said the FY27 assessment would be about $300 million and requested a 6% assessment rate to unlock federal Medicaid matching funds.
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October 1, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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Kentucky's reentry program is seeing significant enrollment gains, with over 2,200 individuals engaged in vital case management services—discover how this initiative is transforming lives post-release!

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Reentry waiver: DMS reports enrollment gains and MCO prerelease activity
DMS reported 2,249 enrolled in the reentry demonstration (as of Sept. 4), 147 with active plans and 26 certified providers; MCOs are conducting prerelease case management and in‑facility visits, and case management can continue up to 12 months post‑release if Medicaid eligibility is maintained.
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September 17, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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Amida Care's outreach team is not just reconnecting members with vital health services; they’re transforming lives through the power of personal experience and gender-affirming care.

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Amida Care outreach workers describe how Medicaid and gender-affirming services support members
Amida Care directors and outreach workers told BronxNet that Medicaid-connected services and peer outreach help re-engage people living with or at risk for HIV; one outreach worker said gender-affirming care "helped save my life."
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August 20, 2026 at 3:36 AM
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October 2, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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October 1, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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September 26, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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September 22, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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September 18, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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July 22, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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July 21, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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At Smiling Angels CM, we specialize in care management services for families navigating Medicaid waivers and community-based care options. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you.
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June 9, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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Florida's Senate committee just took a crucial step to empower individuals with disabilities, advancing a bill that could transform access to Medicaid and employment opportunities.

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Senate committee advances bill to codify Working People with Disabilities program and ease eligibility hurdles
The committee passed CS for SB 1016 to codify Florida’s 2019 Working People with Disabilities program, adopt opt‑in enrollment (removing automatic enrollment), add income/asset disregard rules, and require DCF notice; advocates urged better DCF training and outreach to prevent wrongful Medicaid terminations.
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January 30, 2026 at 9:14 PM
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Dunn County advocates are rallying for vital Medicaid funding and workforce development to ensure quality healthcare services amid rising costs.

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Wisconsin advocates push for Medicaid funding and workforce development initiatives
Advocates urge continued Medicaid funding and support for CNA training programs in Wisconsin.
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March 29, 2025 at 7:06 PM