Notice of Post-Award Public Forum on the New Jersey FamilyCare 1115 Comprehensive Demonstration
The Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (DMAHS) will hold a virtual post-award forum whereby the state will seek public input on the progress of New Jersey’s 1115 Comprehensive Demonstration. Members of the public must pre-register to provide comments virtually during the meeting.
Background: On March 30th, 2023, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) approved a renewal of the New Jersey FamilyCare 1115 Comprehensive Demonstration. This demonstration, authorized under section 1115 of the Social Security Act, governs the operations of significant components of New Jersey’s Medicaid program and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This demonstration is currently in its third five-year performance period, which is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2028. This notice is being provided pursuant to the federal requirements in 42 C.F.R. § 431.420(c).
The Post-Award Forum details are as follows:
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Meeting Link: Pre-register Here
Written comments or questions will also be accepted by email to DMAHS.CMWcomments@dhs.nj.gov. Written comments must be received by September 12, 2023.
In 1965, a state and federal entitlement partnership known as Medicaid was created to provide basic health insurance at no cost for very low-income families, the aged and individuals with disabilities. Over the decades, however, the program has expanded to provide coverage and services to an increasing number of people at higher income levels. As a result, its costs have sky-rocketed, placing a considerable financial burden on states' budgets.
Many ideas have been considered for effective, long-term, cost-containing changes to Medicaid. The goal of the Waiver is to give New Jersey the flexibility it needs to define who is eligible, the benefits they receive and value-driven service delivery.
