The Aging and Adult Services Division (AASD) and the Disability Services Division (DSD) have issued this week's rundown of updates, initiatives, and changes to their policies. The weekly digest, sent out every Tuesday, aims to keep county and tribal nation staff informed about Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) error handling, recent updates to the Community-Based Services Manual (CBSM), and upcoming training and events.
For those grappling with MMIS errors, immediate attention is required. The divisions have pinpointed issues specifically when updates are made to service agreements with a personal care (T1019) line. The announcement declared: " DHS identified errors in MMIS that the county/tribal nation may receive when they update SAs." The instructions are intended to ensure those affected by this predicament can continue their essential work without delay.
Additionally, the recent adjustments to the CBSM made in March 2025 have been summarized for lead agency staff and all parties interested. These updates are crucial for those involved in the provision of services to communities, ensuring they remain aligned with the latest policies and guidelines issued by the DHS. Understanding the changes is key to the ongoing support and assistance provided to the aging and disabled populations.
An important reminder for the dedicated lead agency staff, case managers, and service providers: Don't forget to attend the upcoming virtual roundtable on April 30, 2025. The DHS Licensing and Disability Services divisions are preparing to engage in discussions on how to better support individuals to achieve outcomes that are meaningful to them. "The DHS Licensing and Disability Services divisions will host a virtual roundtable about supporting people to have meaningful outcomes on Wednesday, April 30, 2025," the bulletin detailed.
