Medicaid MLTSS Programs Covered 71% Of Dual Eligibles In 2022, Up From 39% In 2012

The percentage of older adults dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid who lived in an area with a Medicaid managed long-term services and supports (MLTSS) program increased from 39% in 2012 to 71% in 2022, according to a recent analysis. Of those enrolled in MLTSS in 2022, half received paid caregiver assistance. Unpaid family caregivers were the predominant source of care hours, according to the researchers. The increasing share of older dual Medicare and Medicaid enrollees residing in areas with MLTSS program presence underscores the need for systems to monitor their experiences and those of family caregivers who provide . . .