In a move to streamline services for the aging and disabled, the Aging and Adult Services Division (AASD) and Disability Services Division (DSD) have released their latest weekly update, providing insights on new initiatives and policy updates. The bulletin, dated May 6th, addresses updates to the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) and calls upon aging services professionals to assist in shaping the future landscape.
At the heart of this week's announcement, as reported by GovDelivery, is the resolution of a long-standing programming issue within the MMIS for exception code 635, which relates to transitional services for various beneficiaries, this update goes into effect today, May 7, 2025, and aims to benefit lead agency supervisors and staff involved in managing service agreements.
Additionally, the AASD is reaching out to professionals who navigate the complexities of elderly waiver and alternative care programs through a survey created in collaboration with the University of Minnesota's Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program. The survey, which closes on May 23, seeks to garner insights that will inform the direction and development of training for those deeply entrenched in geriatric care.
This collaborative effort highlights the state's commitment to continuous improvement in the realm of aging adult services and underscores the importance of experienced voices in shaping the trajectory of educational endeavors and service protocols for a demographic that often is faced with navigating the labyrinthine pathways of healthcare and supportive services.
