The Independent Living Waiver is similar to the Consumer-Directed State Plan Personal Care program, requiring the same eligibility criteria be met and offering additional personal assistance services beyond the limitations of the state plan. Additional services available include environmental accessibility adaptations, specialized medical equipment and supplies, financial management services, and case management. The Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Senior and Disability Services administers this program.
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| Date | Volume Number | Subject | Type | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2026 | MO HealthNet Benefits for Pregnant Moms | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 10/01/2026 | 49-17 | ICD-10 Annual Update | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 09/24/2026 | Updated MO HealthNet Provider Training Schedule Now Available | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 09/23/2026 | Missouri Waiver Programs: Information for Participants & New Navigation Tool | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 09/21/2026 | FCSR Registration Fee Increase | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 09/16/2026 | Provider Enrollment Update | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 09/04/2026 | 49-14 | REVISED Billing Guidance Update for Specialized Infant Formulas | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 09/01/2026 | Physical Therapy | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/25/2026 | 49-12 | Participation Requirements for MO HealthNet Managed Care | Bulletins | All MO HealthNet Providers |
| 08/18/2026 | Changes to Preferred Biosimilar Medications | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/18/2026 | Resolve Managed Care Claim Issues Faster with Our New Online Form! | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/17/2026 | Optimizing Benefits for Maternal and Infant Health: Join Us in Joplin on September 22 | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/12/2026 | Manually Priced Procedures | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/10/2026 | Pharmacy Administration Helpdesk Change of Business Hours | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers | |
| 08/03/2026 | TPL Insurance Forms Portal | Hot Tips | All MO HealthNet Providers |