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<img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/arizona-blog-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-20247" alt="Racing Against the Clock: Arizona’s Use of ARPA Dollars" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/arizona-blog-300x169.png 300w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/arizona-blog-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/arizona-blog-768x432.png 768w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/arizona-blog-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/arizona-blog.png 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />

Racing Against the Clock: Arizona’s Use of ARPA Dollars

Racing Against the Clock: Arizona’s Use of ARPA Dollars

The state of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and Education for Children with Disabilities in South Carolina.

Evan Christenson, Esq. May 8, 2023

<img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Self-Direction-01-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-20223" alt="Why Should Our Agency Offer Self-Direction?" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Self-Direction-01-300x169.png 300w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Self-Direction-01-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Self-Direction-01-768x432.png 768w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Self-Direction-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Self-Direction-01.png 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />

Why Should Our Agency Offer Self-Direction?

Five Reasons to Add a Self-Direction Program to Your Agency

As of 2019, there were over 1.2 million individuals using Self-Direction services in the United States. Learn why and get tips for implementing a Self-Direction program at your agency.

Alyssa Galiney April 12, 2023

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State of the State of South Carolina

The State of the State of South Carolina

The state of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and Education for Children with Disabilities in South Carolina.

Evan Christenson, Esq. April 6, 2023

<img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hunger-SDOH-01-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-20043" alt="Hunger as a Social Determinant of Health (SDOH)" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hunger-SDOH-01-300x169.png 300w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hunger-SDOH-01-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hunger-SDOH-01-768x432.png 768w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hunger-SDOH-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hunger-SDOH-01.png 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />

Hunger as a Social Determinant of Health (SDOH)

Improving Social Determinants of Health (SDOH): The White House’s Approach to Ending Hunger

At the White House Conference on Hunger, hosted on September 28, 2022, President Joe Biden presented his five-pillar approach to take action in this important mission. So far, 60+ companies and organizations have pledged over $8 billion in support of the plan.

Amanda Cumbie January 30, 2023

<img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deinstitutionalizing-Iowa-01-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-20036" alt="Deinstitutionalization in Iowa: Glenwood Resource Center" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deinstitutionalizing-Iowa-01-300x169.png 300w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deinstitutionalizing-Iowa-01-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deinstitutionalizing-Iowa-01-768x432.png 768w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deinstitutionalizing-Iowa-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deinstitutionalizing-Iowa-01.png 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />

Deinstitutionalization in Iowa: Glenwood Resource Center

The Latest Transition from Institution to Integrated Settings: Glenwood Resource Center in Iowa

Iowa is closing an institution and will thoughtfully move the residents into alternative housing with the necessary services and supports while actively building community.

Linda Nakagawa January 26, 2023

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State of the State of Vermont

The State of the State of Vermont & the Impending HCBS Final Rule Deadline

Vermont’s proposed plan will fundamentally change how case management is done in Vermont with the focus being placed on person-centered service delivery and modernizing the current program.

Evan Christenson, Esq. November 28, 2022

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The State of the State of Indiana - The Hoosier State

[State of the State] Honest to Goodness Indiana!

The current deadline for states to comply with the Final Rule is March 17, 2023. Indiana got out ahead of this deadline through their implementation of a new program.

Evan Christenson, Esq. October 18, 2022

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California

The State of the State of California

California has announced and rolled out Phase I of an ambitious plan to reshape its Medi-Cal program. The goal of CalAIM is to improve outcomes for the millions of Californians covered by Medi-Cal.

Evan Christenson, Esq. August 11, 2022

<img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/EVV-in-2022-and-beyond-01-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-19831" alt="Electronic Visit Verification in 2022 and beyond" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/EVV-in-2022-and-beyond-01-300x169.png 300w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/EVV-in-2022-and-beyond-01-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/EVV-in-2022-and-beyond-01-768x432.png 768w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/EVV-in-2022-and-beyond-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.medisked.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/EVV-in-2022-and-beyond-01.png 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />

Electronic Visit Verification in 2022 and beyond

The State of Electronic Visit Verification in 2022 and Beyond

Since the January 1, 2021 go-live, the efforts within the EVV space have not slowed down. Learn what’s coming next!

Alyssa Galiney August 2, 2022

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Medicare & Medicaid 57 Year Anniversary - MediSked

57 Years and Counting: Medicare and Medicaid 101

Both Medicare and Medicaid are important programs that allow individuals who cannot or would not have private insurance to maintain coverage for lifesaving medical services. Cheers to 57 years!

Stephanie Crouch August 1, 2022