Medicaid managed care (MCO program) in Kentucky

Medicaid managed care (MCO program) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Kentucky. The program serves Most state-plan Medicaid.

Enrollment and service authorization go through your case manager or support coordinator. They confirm eligibility, authorize the budget, and help select a provider.

Need a Residential Placement Instead?

Medicaid managed care (MCO program) does not fund residential placements. In Kentucky, residential care can be funded through Supports for Community Living (SCL), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and ABI Long-Term Care — talk to your case manager or support coordinator about switching or adding a program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Medicaid managed care (MCO program) Pay for Residential Care in Kentucky?
Medicaid managed care (MCO program) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Kentucky.
Who Is Medicaid managed care (MCO program) For?
Medicaid managed care (MCO program) serves Most state-plan Medicaid. Your case manager or support coordinator confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.
How Do I Find Providers That Accept Medicaid managed care (MCO program)?
Because Medicaid managed care (MCO program) does not fund residential placements, ask your case manager or support coordinator about in-home and community providers. If a residential placement is needed, see the Kentucky waivers that pay for residential care.

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