What is a Medicaid Waiver?

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​A Medicaid waiver does not have the same rules that normally apply to the Medicaid program. The Medicaid waiver program allows states to expand coverage, reduce costs, and improve care for people who would otherwise be in an institution, hospital, o​r nursing home. As a result, Medicaid members can make the choice to remain home with family, and caregivers can receive help with care services.

For Medicaid members living at home, like seniors, people with disabilities, and children with serious emotional disorders who require assistance, there are four waiver programs available.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver (ADW​)
Medicaid Waiver for aged and disabled beneficiaries 18+ years old
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Children with Serious Emotional Disorder Waiver (CSEDW)
Medicaid Waiver for children with serious, severe emotional disorders, 3-21 years old
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Intellectual/ Developmental Disabilities Waiver (IDDW)
Medicaid ​Waiver for beneficiaries with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, 3+ years old
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Traumatic Brain Injury​ Waiver (TBIW)​
Medicaid Waiver for beneficiaries with a traumatic brain injury, 3+ years old
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Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Information

​​​Individuals who have a West Virginia Medical Card may be eligible for transportation to and from your routine medical appointments. For more information, call 1-844-549-8353, Monday - Friday between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

To learn more please click here.​

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