The bill amends Florida Statutes to modify the subsidy payments for the home care for the elderly program. Specifically, it introduces a requirement that subsidy payments made by the Department of Elder Affairs will cease for eligible elderly individuals once they enroll in the Medicaid long-term care managed care program. This change is applicable to those who are released from the waitlist for enrollment on or after July 2, 2025, while providing a grandfather clause that protects those already receiving services under the home care program and enrolled in Medicaid as of July 1, 2025.

Additionally, the bill updates the eligibility criteria for services to align with those used for nursing home care under the Medicaid program. It ensures that subsidy payments comply with the amended requirements outlined in section 430.605. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 225 Filed: 430.605, 430.606