Medicaid Waivers: Opportunities for Children and Children's Hospitals

March 03, 2023

On Demand

Presenters

  • Written By:
    Aimee Ossman
    Vice President, Policy, Children's Hospital Association
  • Written By:
    Cindy Mann
    Partner
    Manatt Health
  • Written By:
    Anne Karl
    Partner, Manatt Health

About This Event

Learn more about recently approved Medicaid waivers that include policies that impact children and children’s hospitals. Cindy Mann and Anne Karl from Manatt will provide an overview of these waivers and discuss potential implications for children’s hospitals and the children they serve. The waivers and the policies included could inform state level advocacy efforts and expectations as CMS continues their policy development on access, Medicaid managed care, and efforts to better support children's mental health.

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