Frequently Asked Questions About the Rhode Island Global Waiver

October 1, 2008 The Rhode Island government and its Executive Office of Health and Human Services seeks a global waiver from the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). If granted, the waiver will enable the state to completely redesign its Medicaid program and potentially save $67 million. This document answers questions about the Global waiver request and a 1115 demonstration waiver being reviewed by CMS . . .