I researched for my members, upcoming changes to the Medicaid funded home helper’s reporting, as of July 2015. I’m passing this information along to you. Starting in July, the helpers will need to report online, in order to be paid for their services. You can check out the Electronic Service Verification (ESV) online on Michigan.gov/homehelp. My instructions (attached) are from a You Tube video, the address is on the instructions in a handout for members and their home helpers. Home helpers can learn to use the State’s Community Health Automated Medicaid Processing System (CHAMPS) to access their Electronic Service Verification (ESV). All times and specific services will be recorded each month by the home helpers and submitted electronically. It looks easy, just clicking the mouse! Especially when Members have a home helper that is a friend or family member, member will be concerned with them receiving payments for taking care of them. My member’s home helper is also a member. We had a computer use tutoring session in my office this morning! It went great! Hope this will be helpful!
Tag Archives | Medicaid
MI Health Link
Below is a link to the MI Health Link Webinar for Wayne and Macomb County.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/1681337263344110082
Medicaid Health Plan numbers
The attached large print phone numbers are found on the back of health plan & Bridge cards. The font size makes it difficult, if not impossible for some members to read. So, this larger print hand out could help members access SNAP & health insurance information and get Dr. appointment & pharmacy transportation. You are welcome to use it and make changes specific to your local health plans!
Medicare Durable Medical Equipment (DME) policy tips
Here are some pointers for qualifying for a lift chair, and for replacing old DMEs. As you probably know already, Medicare can pay 80% and Medicaid can pay the remaining 20% for qualifying members. But, for lift chairs, there is an added cost for the chair itself.
MiCAFE Presents: A Review of the Updated Recertification Process & Medical Deductions for Seniors
The Webinar presented today by Lindsay Felsing provides some good information on how to maximize Medical Deductions for applications to DHS for Food and Medical Assistance as well as how the Recertification process will work through the MiCAFE Partner Channel. Also included in the presentation are program updates.
View the Medicaid Expansion-Healthy Michigan Plan Webinar
This webinar answered a lot of my questions about the April 1 Medicaid expansion.
Anyone can view it at http://slidesha.re/1fh5m4q
Here is more info from the Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA)……A PDF copy of the webinar slides are available for download at: http://bit.ly/1iWVUUe
Here is information from MPCA: You can send your contact information to enroll@mpca.net to be added to the distribution list for the webinar.
You can access more information and FAQs on the Healthy Michigan plan at: www.michigan.gov/healthymichiganplan
You can access helpful partner materials, including a flier which discusses the type of coverage most appropriate for individual consumers, at: www.enrollmichigan.com
And Finally, you can encourage clients and constituents to text “InfoMI” to 69866 to receive text message updates about health insurance options in Michigan.
Medicare and ACA Presentation by MMAP Regional Coordinator
The Medicare enrollment period is approaching and Lisa Fuller will come to Washington Square, next Tuesday, to answer member’s questions about Medicare. She will also address the Affordable Care Act. Members had an opportunity to list their questions and concerns, and the list has been provided to Ms. Fuller. Check out the attached Fall theme flyer!
Ask a DHS worker
Washington Square will have Juan Ortiz, Volunteer Services from the Kalamazoo County DHS office give an educational presentation to answer common questions and clear up confusion. A list of questions was gathered from the members and sent to Mr. Ortiz. He may take the questions and create a True or False handout. There will be free hot dogs and beverages, and hopefully a lot of participants! I’m having a little trouble attaching the flyer, so just trust me that it’s an eye catcher!
Affordable Care Act “Marketplace”
This website re: Medicaid is easy to navigate! It is the Health Insurance Marketplace from the Department of Health and Human Services.
healthcare.gov
Educational Series for Caregivers
The Turner Geriatric Clinic Social Work department (a part of the University of Michigan Health System) will provide an informational/educational 4-week series for those caring for aging relatives; June 5th – June 26th, 2013, Wednesday Evenings from 6PM – 8PM.
Topics that will be covered include:
- Medication Management
- Dementia, Delirium, and Depression
- Legal Concerns
- Medicare/Medicaid
- Communication
- Community Resources
- Physical Changes of Aging
The series will be held at the Turner Senior Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor MI.
Refreshments will be provided.
Registration is required. Space is limited. Please register by May 24th, 2013.
$50/person – $75/couple/family – Scholarships are available.
Please call (734) 764-2556 for more information.
If you could please forward this information to others that may be served by this, I would be grateful.
Best,
Deanna Cho
Social Work Intern
Turner Geriatric Clinic Social Work