Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) provides oversight for a system of community based supports and services for persons in Kansas with disabilities. Information about HCBS waiver programs can be found at the corresponding links for each program listed on the right. Providers include a variety of not-for-profit and for-profit organizations as well as governmental entities. These services are provided through seven HCBS waiver programs:
The Medicaid Home-and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program was authorized under Section 1915(c) of the Social Security Act. Through this program, the state of Kansas is able to provide different services that allow those who need care to receive services in their homes or communities. Under the HCBS waiver program, Kansas is able to waive certain Medicaid program requirements, allowing the state to provide supports and services for people who might not otherwise be eligible under Medicaid. Through the waivers, Kansas targets services to people who need LTSS. The following list contains the seven (7) approved HCBS waivers that Kansas operates.
No waivers currently out for comment.