CMS Approval Of Indiana Medicaid State Plan Amendment For ‘Free Care’ School-Based Services

On September 13, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published this approval of the Indiana Medicaid state plan amendment (SPA) for "free care" school-based services. This amendment allows Indiana Medicaid to reimburse for medically necessary nursing services in school-based services pursuant to a Medicaid enrolled student's education program or plan as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.29 U.S.C. 794. It also includes coverage for school psychologist testing services if done by a licensed individual and school-based transportation . . .