Health and Disability Waiver in Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Health and Disability Waiver Pay for Residential Care in Iowa?

Health and Disability Waiver covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Iowa.

Who Is Health and Disability Waiver For?

Health and Disability Waiver serves Blind/disabled under 65. Your case manager or support coordinator confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.

How Do I Find Providers That Accept Health and Disability Waiver?

Because Health and Disability Waiver 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 Iowa waivers that pay for residential care.

Other Programs in Iowa

• Elderly Waiver
• Intellectual Disability (ID) Waiver
• Brain Injury (BI) Waiver
• Physical Disability Waiver
• HIV/AIDS Waiver
• Children's Mental Health Waiver
• Iowa Health Link (MLTSS managed care)