MD HB1291

Maryland Department of Health must adopt regulations for temporary continuation of in-home services for Medicaid recipients age 65 or older who face service interruptions due to administrative or technical errors by the Department

Eligible recipients must have received in-home services within the preceding 6 months and be identified by a case manager or care planner familiar with their history

Temporary continuation lasts up to 52 consecutive days or 1,248 service hours, whichever occurs first, and covers only previously approved services

Recipients must take steps to resolve the underlying issue, such as filing an appeal, requesting a hearing, or reapplying for coverage

The Department cannot alter existing appeal or hearing rights, nor bill recipients for services received during the temporary continuation period; effective October 1, 2026