Medicaid/Medicare (Michigan) « Michigan Matters
- Attention Medicaid Applicants and Recipients: re Bridges system
Patti's Note: As you are aware, there were major glitches in the Michigan Department of Human Services' (DHS) computer system, Bridges. The entire Bridges system in Oakland County were down for a couple of days in August 2009 as DHS attempted to implement Bridges in Wayne County. Some of our clients experienced the repercussions from the system malfunctioning. Some problems that we saw included a denial being sent to a recipient after that recipient has already received approval, or a recipient's case being assigned to a new worker in error.
- If you receive a notice that you believe to be in error, contact your attorney or the caseworker assigned to your case immediately. Remember, it is always prudent to file an appeal if you do not agree with DHS's decision (even if you believe the decision was issued in error).
Medicaid in Michigan
- Adult Home Help Services (ARC Oakland)
Assists aged, blind, disabled and other functionally limited individuals with necessary daily activities, which they cannot perform without assistance. Consumer must have Medicaid and require home help personal care. - Dental Program Would Fill Needs (MLive.com – 3/23/09)
Officials say the expansion of a state dental program that serves about 280,000 Medicaid eligible children in 61 of the state's 83 counties — but not Jackson — would go a long way toward filling that need. - Guidelines for the Michigan Principal Residence Exemption Program (Michigan.gov) (revised 4/10)
Compiled questions and answers from previous four volumes; amends outdated information and includes new information. - Medicaid Estate Recovery (MI Dept. of Community Health Bulletin – 6/1/11)
Patti's Comment: It appears Michigan is moving forward with Estate Recovery against folks on Medicaid. There are still many unresolved questions and legal issues related to this. If you have a specific question as to how this may relate to your family, please contact the office directly. - Medicaid Provider Manual Overview (Michigan Dept. of Community Health)
A 1,623 page (19.55 MB) document that addresses all health insurance programs administered by the Michigan Dept. of Community Health. - MI Choice Waiver Program (Michigan Dept. of Community Health)
Through this program, eligible adults who meet income and asset criteria can receive Medicaid-covered services like those provided by nursing homes, but can stay in their own home or another residential setting. - Michigan Medicaid Health Plan Listing By County (MI Dept. of Community Health – 12/1/10)
Choose a county name to see the available Medicaid Health Plans in that county. - Michigan Medicaid Program
There are many different Medicaid programs that are available to assist Michigan residents that need help with medical services. In order to receive Medicaid, you must meet certain low-income requirements. Different Medicaid programs cover different groups of eligible individuals. The groups include children, families, pregnant women, older individuals, and people with disabilities. - Reinstatement of Medicaid Coverage for the Adult Dental Benefit (and more) (MSA 10-47 Bulletin – 10-5-10)
The Michigan Dept. of Community Health (MDCH) is reinstating coverage for the adult dental benefit, podiaty, and low-vision eyeglasses and associated services for beneficiaries age 21 years and older. - State of Michigan Medicaid Plan Amendment (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)
State plan under Title XIX of the Social Security Act
Medicare in Michigan
- Michigan Medicare
Offers insurance coverage for prescription drugs to all people with Medicare. Find the best Medicare health plan and options in Michigan. - Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program
Since 1984, the Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) has provided free education and personalized assistance to people with Medicare and Medicaid, their families and caregivers. - Michigan Medicare Help & Information (The Medicare Project)
Answers and information about Medicare, prescription drug coverage and health insurance involves searching through hundreds of pages at government and private websites. To help seniors and caregivers get started in their search, our editors have compiled this digest of Michigan Medicare help and information resources.
