This is a 7-day course that will held on the following dates:

Monday April 8th, 2024

Tuesday April 9th, 2024

Wednesday April 10th, 2024

Monday April 22nd, 2024

Tuesday April 23rd, 2024

Wednesday April 24th, 2024

Thursday April 25th, 2024

LDSS Medicaid eligibility staff who have limited experience with a Medicaid caseload, and other staff as determined by the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH).

This seven-day training session provides participants with an introduction to New York State's Medicaid program, with a focus on the eligibility for individuals who need community-based medical care.

As a result of the training, participants will be able to: 

• Identify the various public health insurance programs available to New York State residents.

• Separate applying household members into distinct categories

• Recognize the different levels of eligibility within the Community Medicaid program.

• Interpret and apply community Medicaid eligibility policy and budgeting methodology.

Summarize applicant's eligibility decisions based on information submitted and budgeting results.