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 ensuring that those already receiving services under the home care program and enrolled in Medicaid as of July 1, 2025, will not be affected.

Additionally, the bill makes conforming amendments to section 430.606, clarifying that the criteria for determining eligibility for the home care program will align with those used for nursing home care under Medicaid. It also specifies that subsidy payments must comply with the 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