KanCare

KanCare Updates

By Beth | February 3, 2023

Attention to KanCare Enrollees!  KanCare renewals are coming. To avoid any gaps in your coverage, contact the KanCare Clearinghouse at 1-800-792-4884 to make sure they have your current address, phone number, and any other contact information.  This may help you keep your KanCare coverage after the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE). Visit…

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Achieving More Help In My Home

By Beth | December 1, 2022

JoAnne had previously applied for KanCare a few years back and was denied because she was told she would have a large spend down.  She was receiving 3-4 hours per week of housekeeping services through the Senior Care Act (SCA) program.  JoAnne felt that she needed more assistance with the house.  She contacted RCIL about…

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KanCare Chat Option

By Mandy Smith | September 30, 2022

Have you moved in the last three years?  KIERA is KanCare’s new chatbot and makes it easy to updated your information. So make sure your contact information is up-to-date and to read and follow the instructions on any mail that you receive from various State of Kansas departments.  This is very important to not lose…

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KanCare Program Updates

By Mandy Smith | August 29, 2018

There will be changes made to the KanCare program but they will not affect your eligibility for the program.  The state will be hosting non-mandatory meetings next week including one in Olathe, Wichita, and a conference call.  State staff will be present at meetings to provide information on what is and what is not changing…

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Public Comment on KanCare Renewal

By Mandy Smith | September 22, 2017

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is offering opportunities to attending public meetings regarding the State’s proposed renewal of the KanCare program and to provide comments about the renewal request application. The public comment period will run from October 20-November 20, 2017. Comments will be accepted until midnight on November 20th and the…

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KDHE providing training for Medicaid waivers

By Mandy Smith | December 28, 2015

As part of the KanCare Waiver Integration Project, KDHE will be providing a one-hour training about Medicaid waivers. This training is a result of recommendations from the Waiver Integration Stakeholder Engagement (WISE) workgroup. The training is designed to help anyone who works in Medicaid-funded programs or receives Medicaid-funded services to understand: What “waiver” means in…

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KanCare HCBS Waiver Integration Information and Comment Tour

By Mandy Smith | October 29, 2015

KDADS is hosting a “KanCare HCBS Waiver Integration Information and Comment Tour” and are encouraging consumers and their families to attend.  All locations will feature meetings at 1:30pm-3:30pm for providers and 5:30pm-7:30pm for consumers and families. Topeka Tuesday, Nov. 10th Capitol Plaza Hotel 1717 SW Topeka Blvd Wichita Thursday, Nov. 12th Doubletree Wichita Airport 2098…

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Sign up for KDADS/HCBS updates

By Mandy Smith | October 6, 2015

Do you receive Home and Community Based Services and other KanCare benefits?  Would you like to hear about changes to HCBS directly from the State of Kansas by email?   Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) has updated their email listserv in order to ensure all those who wish to receive email updates…

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Home & Community Based Services are changing

By Mandy Smith | July 31, 2014

For those of you who are receiving Home & Community Based Services, the State of Kansas will be holding meetings to inform consumers, families, advocates, and providers to inform all of  the new changes.  Below is a list of the meeting locations and times. Federal rules and necessary program changes will be made to the following programs:…

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Health Homes Consumer Tour

By Mandy Smith | February 12, 2014

The Health Homes Consumer Tour is coming to a city near you! Health Homes will start in Kansas July 1, 2014. If you have questions about Health Homes and what they mean for your health, these meetings are for you! The meetings are free and you will learn about Health Homes in Kansas. Are these…

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KanCare/Medicaid Members: Stay with your current provider (Sunflower, Amerigroup or United) or switch to one of the other two?

By Mandy Smith | December 20, 2013

Open enrollment for KanCare is underway. If you joined KanCare in January 2013, your open enrollment for plan year 2014 began this month, with changes going into effect Jan. 1, 2014. Open enrollment packets have been mailed out to these members. For members who joined KanCare after January 2013, your open enrollment packets will be…

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KanCare Tour

By Mandy Smith | May 10, 2013

KanCare wants your thoughts on their program that was started January 1, 2013.  There will be two meetings on the same day in each of the city they visit. Meetings will be in the afternoon and evening. You can come anytime between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM for the afternoon meeting and anytime between 6:00 PM…

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Deadline for Changing KanCare Health Plans Approaching

By Mandy Smith | March 26, 2013

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services Secretary Shawn Sullivan today reminded KanCare participants that the April 4, 2013, deadline for changing their Managed Care Organization (MCO) health plan is rapidly approaching. KanCare participants who wish to stay with their current MCO do not need to take any action. Those wishing to change to a…

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KanCare Health Plan Informational Meetings

By Mandy Smith | November 7, 2012

 Learn more about choosing the KanCare health plan that is right for you and your family.  Medicaid participants are encouraged to attend a meeting where they will be provided information to choose your KanCare plan.  If you have questions, please call 1-866-305-5147. If you require special assistance for a meeting (like a translator or hand…

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Learn more about KanCare

By Mandy Smith | July 24, 2012

In January 2013, Medicaid and HealthWave will change their names to KanCare.  KanCare will also provide new benefits, such as basic dental care.  To learn about KanCare please attend one of the meetings in your area.  If you have questions, call (866) 305-5147.  If you require special assistance for a meeting please call Rita at…

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