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The Medically Fragile Adult Waiver offers services to individuals who have serious and complex medical needs and are no longer eligible for services under the Healthy Children and Youth program. To be eligible, an individual must be age 21 or older and assessed as requiring placement in an ICF/MR absent these services. The services available include attendant care, private duty nursing, and specialized medical supplies. The Department of Health and Senior Services, Bureau of Special Health Care Needs administers this program.

 Public Notice

2023

2021

03.25.2021 - Public Notice regarding the submission of the Medically Fragile Adult Waiver LOC amendment

2020

11.19.2020 - Public Notice regarding the renewal of the Medically Fragile Adult Waiver application
05.14.2020 - Public Notice regarding the Medically Fragile Adult Waiver Amendment

MO HealthNet News

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Date Volume Number Subject Type Program
08/25/2023 46-13 Provider Inquiries Bulletins All MO HealthNet Providers
08/18/2023 Maternal and Infant Health Engagement Survey for MO HealthNet Providers Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
07/21/2023 46-06 Covid-19 Vaccine Administration Procedures Bulletins All MO HealthNet Providers
07/21/2023 Preventive health care services are covered for adults and children who have MO HealthNet benefits Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
07/17/2023 46-05 Rate Update for DHSS-Authorized Home and Community-Based Services Bulletins Medically Fragile Adult Waiver
07/07/2023 Automatic Refill FAQs Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
07/06/2023 Provider Forms Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
06/22/2023 Youth Suicide Prevention Provider Resources Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
06/05/2023 Missouri Perinatal Quality Collaborative Provider Training Opportunities Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
06/05/2023 It's almost time for HealthHelp's Provider Satisfaction Survey Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
05/16/2023 Telemedicine after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
05/15/2023 COVID-19: Registered Behavior Technician Extension Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
05/15/2023 New Resources for Asthma Awareness Month and Beyond Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
05/04/2023 Evidence-Based Nicotine Treatment Strategies Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers
05/04/2023 Comprehensive Community Support Billing Tips - Residential Treatment and Treatment Foster Care Hot Tips All MO HealthNet Providers