Fiscal Intermediaries Face Cuts in New NY State Budget for CDPAP
The Rapid Growth of CDPAP New York’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) has seen significant expansion, raising concerns for both providers and New York State (NYS). This essential Medicaid program, which empowers seniors and individuals with disabilities to hire, train, and manage their caregivers—known as Personal Assistants—has grown dramatically, from 140,000 participants in 2015 […]
CDPAP Restructuring Under Legal Scrutiny: Implications for Consumers and Providers
The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) has been a cornerstone of home care for many New Yorkers, enabling Medicaid recipients to hire and manage their own caregivers, often family members or friends. However, recent changes to the reimbursement methodology by the New York State Department of Health (DOH) have led to significant controversy and […]
