23 Miss. Code. R. 208-1.4 - Freedom of Choice
A. Beneficiaries enrolled in a Medicaid Waiver have the right to Freedom of Choice of Medicaid providers for Medicaid covered services. [Refer to Miss. Admin. Code Part 200, Rule 3.6]
B. Freedom of Choice is required of all providers and is monitored by the Division of Medicaid. The case management team must assist the beneficiary by providing them with sufficient information and assistance to make free and informed choice regarding services and supports, taking into account risks that may be involved for that individual.
C. Beneficiaries must be:
1. Informed by the case manager of any feasible alternatives under the waiver,
2. Given the choice of either institutional or home and community-based services, and
3. Provided a choice among providers or settings in which to receive home and communitybased services (HCBS) including non-disability specific setting options.
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A. Persons enrolled in a Medicaid Waiver have the right to freedom of choice of Medicaid providers for Medicaid covered services. [Refer to Miss. Admin. Code Part 200, Rule 3.6]
B. Each person found eligible for the Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver must be given free choice of all qualified providers.
C. The person and/or guardian or legal representative must be informed of setting options based on the person's needs and preferences, including non-disability specific settings. The setting options must be selected by the person and identified and documented in the plan of services and supports (PSS).