This bill aims to revise the eligibility criteria for adult medical day care services for Medicaid enrollees in New Jersey. Under the new provisions, an individual will be deemed eligible if they require assistance or supervision with at least one activity of daily living, possess a physician's letter or prescription recommending adult medical day care services, and provide an up-to-date medical history along with a current physical examination report from a physician. The bill also defines "activity of daily living" and "adult medical day care," emphasizing the importance of these services in allowing functionally or cognitively impaired adults to remain in community settings rather than being institutionalized.

The sponsors of the bill believe that the current eligibility criteria are too restrictive and hinder access to necessary services for individuals who could benefit from adult medical day care. By easing these criteria, the bill seeks to expand the population that can receive support services, thereby promoting community-based care for those with functional impairments. The Commissioner of Human Services is tasked with applying for any necessary state plan amendments or waivers to implement the bill, and they may also adopt rules and regulations to effectuate its provisions.