The Independent Living Waiver is similar to the Consumer-Directed State Plan Personal Care program, requiring the same eligibility criteria be met and offering additional personal assistance services beyond the limitations of the state plan. Additional services available include environmental accessibility adaptations, specialized medical equipment and supplies, financial management services, and case management. The Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Senior and Disability Services administers this program.
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| Date | Volume Number | Subject | Type | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2021 | 44-34 | Covid 19 Vaccine | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 11/19/2021 | 44-29 | COVID 19 Flu RSV Testing | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 11/10/2021 | 44-27 | Adult Expansion Group ME Code E2 | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 11/09/2021 | 44-30 | Monoclonal Antibody COVID 19 Infusion | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 11/01/2021 | COVID-19: At-Home COVID Test Coverage | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 10/14/2021 | 90 Day Supply Requirement | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 10/07/2021 | 44-19 | ICD 10 Annual Updates | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 09/29/2021 | 44-18 | COVID 19 Vaccine | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 09/28/2021 | RSV Prophylaxis – Update #3 | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 09/21/2021 | 44-14 | Non Emergency Medical Transportation for Vaccines | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 08/27/2021 | RSV Prophylaxis – Update #2 | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/02/2021 | RSV Prophylaxis - Update | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 07/12/2021 | 44-03 | Maximum Allowable Rate Increase for DHSS Home and Community Based Services | Bulletins | Independent Living Waiver |
| 07/07/2021 | RSV Prophylaxis | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 05/13/2021 | 43-31 | Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |