Tag: MLTSS
New MLTSS Association Report Outlines Opportunities for MCOs to Support the Direct Care Workforce
WASHINGTON – Sept. 20, 2023 – PRLog — A new report from the National MLTSS Health Plan Association (MLTSS Association) provides a novel framework for how states with managed long-term services and supports (MLTSS) programs and the federal government can leverage the role of MLTSS managed care organizations (MCOs) to bolster the direct care workforce (DCW). Despite increased demand for long-term services and supports (LTSS), a shortage of direct care workers remains a significant challenge for individuals needing LTSS, states, MCOs, providers, and workers themselves. Between 2020 and 2030, 7.9 million new and existing direct care positions will need to ... Read more