Key Takeaways:
- Starting July 1, 2024, Nebraska Medicaid now covers children under 19 with developmental disabilities regardless of parental income or insurance.
- Eligible children must meet specific criteria and can access services like in-home nursing, hospital stays, prescriptions, and medical supplies.
- Families should reapply for Nebraska Medicaid even if they were denied before.
- Nebraska Medicaid recipients may now be able to receive insurance-covered incontinence supplies through Aeroflow Urology.
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The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has announced a significant expansion of Medicaid coverage for children with developmental disabilities, effective July 1, 2024.
This expansion allows children under 19 to qualify for Medicaid regardless of their parents' income or insurance status, ensuring greater access to essential healthcare services, especially for children with incontinence, since they may now qualify for insurance-covered incontinence supplies.
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Medicaid Expansion In Nebraska for Children With Disabilities
Does My Child Qualify for Medicaid In Nebraska?
What Medicaid Services Are Available Through Nebraska Medicaid?
How Can My Child Apply for Nebraska Medicaid?
How Can My Child Get Incontinence Products Covered by Nebraska Medicaid?
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Medicaid Expansion In Nebraska for Children With Disabilities
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and Division of Medicaid and Long-Term Care (MLTC) recently announced that it's expanding its Medicaid coverage for Nebraskan children with developmental disabilities. The expansion begins on July 1, 2024.
Under the new Medicaid coverage, children under the age of 19 with developmental disabilities may qualify for Nebraska Medicaid services even if their parents do not meet income or resource requirements. If parents of a child have private health insurance, this still does not disqualify the child from Medicaid eligibility.
Families of children with disabilities may also have more access to Medicaid services without requiring hospital-level care or being a part of the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver.
Does My Child Qualify for Medicaid In Nebraska?
The new Medicaid coverage for Nebraskan children requires that children meet specific requirements, which may include:
- Must be under 19 years old.
- Must live with their family.
- Must have a developmental disability as defined by the state of Nebraska.
- Must be a resident of Nebraska and a citizen of the United States.
- Must meet the Immediate Care Facility (ICF) level of care.
- Must meet the Nursing Facility Level of Care (NF LOC) for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (IID).
Your child also must choose to receive Medicaid HCBS Waiver services instead of living in an institutional setting.
What Medicaid Services Are Available Through Nebraska Medicaid?
Services that are covered under the Nebraska Medicaid expansion program for children with developmental disabilities include:
- In-home nursing care.
- Hospital stays.
- Prescriptions
- Medical supplies and equipment.
- Healthcare provider fees.
How Can My Child Apply for Nebraska Medicaid?
If your child did not previously qualify for Nebraska Medicaid, they may qualify to become a Nebraska Medicaid beneficiary now, so it's essential to reapply!
To begin your child's enrollment, complete the Nebraska Medicaid online application with your child's information or call the Katie Beckett Support Team at (855) 632-7633. You can also submit a paper application at your local Medicaid office.
How Can My Child Get Incontinence Products Covered by Nebraska Medicaid?
If your child now qualifies for Nebraska Medicaid, their insurance coverage may pay for incontinence supplies. Your child's coverage will depend on their specific Nebraska Medicaid or Nebraska Medicaid-managed care plan.
To check their coverage for incontinence products, such as diapers, overnight pull-ups, booster pads, and more, complete our Eligibility Form. It takes less than 2 minutes; all you need is your child's insurance card.
Once you submit the form, we'll send your child's coverage determination within 1-2 business days via email or text.
From there, you'll be given a personalized list of incontinence products to choose from that fit your child best. If you have any questions along the way, you can chat or call our Continence Care Specialists at 1-844-276-5588.
After selecting your child's covered products, they'll be shipped directly to your doorstep for free in discreet packaging. You'll also receive monthly reminders when it's time to reorder their supplies so they never run out, and every month of supplies is always free.
About the Author
Marlee Septak is the Senior Content Specialist at Aeroflow Urology and was a past Content Writer for Aeroflow Diabetes. She brings a deep understanding of incontinence and health conditions associated with it to her writing. She graduated from Columbia College Chicago and holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism. Marlee has contributed to various magazines and blogs, including Borgen Magazine, Echo Magazine, Chicago Ideas Week, Assuaged, and Peaceful Dumpling. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and just sitting down with a good book.
References
Nebraska Expands Medicaid Coverage for Children with Developmental Disabilities. (n.d.). Dhhs.ne.gov. Retrieved July 17, 2024, from https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Nebraska-Expands-Medicaid-Coverage-for-Children-with-Developmental-Disabilities.aspx
Ddeligibility@nebraska, D., Gov, Dddcommunitybasedservices, D., & Gov, nebraska. (2022). "Helping People Live Better Lives" Call toll-free DD Application and Eligibility For questions about application or eligibility: General Questions for Community-Based Services For other questions about Community- Based Services. https://dhhs.ne.gov/DD%20Documents/Eligibility%20for%20DD%20Services.pdf
Disclaimer
Information provided on the Aeroflow Urology blog is not intended as a substitute for medical advice or care from a healthcare professional. Aeroflow recommends consulting your healthcare provider if you are experiencing medical issues relating to incontinence.
