Virginia To Implement Medicaid DD Waiver Redesign On July 1, 2016

The Virginia Departments of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) and Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) are preparing to implement three redesigned Medicaid waivers for individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) on July 1, 2016. The three Developmental Disability waivers provide long-term services and supports for individuals with DD living in the community or transitioning from institutions into the community. The goal is to simplify the process for individuals to transition between waivers depending on their needs and abilities.

The redesign affects the following waivers:

The ID Waiver will become the Community Living (CL) Waiver. The CL Waiver offers a comprehensive . . .