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Audiologists and Hearing Specialists: Understanding Medicaid Regulations in Michigan Audiologists and hearing instrument specialists in Michigan must be aware of the regulations surrounding the provision of services and items to patients with Medicaid coverage. With over 21% of the U.S. population enrolled in Medicaid, including a significant proportion of children and youth, the implications of … Read more
Michigan Medicaid Waste: $39.9 Million in Payments to Deceased Enrollees Recent findings from the Foundation for Government Accountability reveal that Michigan made $39.9 million in Medicaid payments to deceased enrollees over a two-year span from 2014 to 2016. This case is part of a broader report titled “Welfare Walking Dead,” which examined improper payments across … Read more
Significant Participation in CalFresh and CalWORKs Among Young Children in California Nearly half of California’s children from birth through age five benefit from assistance through CalWORKs and/or CalFresh, underscoring their critical role in the state’s social safety net. This finding highlights the prevalent economic need among families which might not be fully captured by traditional … Read more
Texas Responds to Medicaid HCBS Workforce Challenges Recent data reveals a significant workforce crisis in Medicaid home- and community-based services (HCBS) that is impacting service availability for millions of Texans. All responding states, including Texas, reported ongoing shortages of HCBS workers, primarily affecting direct support professionals, personal care attendants, nursing staff, and home health aides. … Read more
The Michigan Bridge Card system will be unavailable for users from approximately 11 p.m. Saturday, October 16, to 11 a.m. Sunday, October 17, as the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) undertakes a significant system upgrade. This enhancement is aimed at improving access to food and cash assistance through a new mobile app, … Read more
California National Guard and Service Corps Support Food Bank Operations Today, the California Military Department has mobilized to support food bank operations in Los Angeles. Major General Matthew P. Beevers stated, “We are grateful to play a crucial role in this effort and honored to serve our communities once again.” This initiative involves collaboration with … Read more
Michigan Increases Vehicle Purchase Assistance to $4,000 The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has raised the ceiling for its Direct Supportive Services (DSS) for Vehicle Purchase Assistance from $3,000 to $4,000, enhancing support for residents seeking reliable transportation. This increase directly benefits individuals who are recipients of specific MDHHS benefits, hold a … Read more
California’s Medicaid Program Faces Criticism Amid Social Services Expansion SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, is under fire from national Republican leaders for allocating funds to housing assistance, food, and other social services for low-income patients with high healthcare needs. Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana has labeled California’s spending practices as “outrageous fraud,” claiming … Read more
UIA Closes Lobbies, Expands Unemployment Eligibility Amid COVID-19 To mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) has closed its statewide lobbies to the public as of 3 p.m. Wednesday. Only customers with appointments will be allowed entry, prompting the agency to encourage residents to utilize online resources for unemployment assistance. UIA Director … Read more
Georgia’s SNAP Error Rate Among Highest in the Nation New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture reveals that Georgia’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) error rate stands at an alarming 15.2%, making it one of the highest in the country. This elevated error rate could have significant financial implications for the state. Daniel Kanso, … Read more