Ohio Republicans drop Medicaid home healthcare restriction after backlash
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Morgan Trau
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Summary
Ohio Republicans reversed a controversial proposal from House Bill 795 that would have banned family members of Medicaid recipients from becoming certified home healthcare providers. After significant public backlash, lawmakers removed the restriction, allowing family members who live with qualifying Medicaid recipients to serve as caregivers, provided they pass background checks, complete training, and work with an accredited Medicaid provider.
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· 3 pulledOhio Republicans have reversed course after their proposal to restrict home healthcare under the state's Medicaid program received massive backlash.
Lawmakers removed the most controversial portion of Ohio House Bill 795, which would have banned family members of Medicaid recipients from being certified caregivers.
Family members who live with the qualifying Medicaid recipients can become caregivers. They will need to pass a background check, complete several hours of training, and work with an already accredited Medicaid provider.
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