An Architect of Michigan’s MR/DD Evolution Shares Insights on Managed Care and Self-Determination

OPEN MINDS, The Behavioral Health & Social Service Industry Analyst Industry News Michael Head is Project Manager for Michigan's Self- Determination Initiative. In the following account, he offers some valuable insights into the early stages of Michigan's implementation of its managed care waiver. In doing so, Mr. Head describes the dynamics between "old" and "new" approaches in Michigan's MR/DD system, as well as the compatibility of consumer choice and managed care. Here is one perspective on Michigan's system: I have been involved in the planning process; my chief role is as project manager of Michigan . . .