WV SB169

Increases the Medicaid personal needs allowance for nursing home residents to $150 per month, effective July 1, 2026

Personal needs allowance is the monthly income Medicaid-funded nursing home residents can keep from their personal income for personal items and services

Allowable expenses include cosmetic services, personal clothing, flowers and plants, denture supplies, gifts, and other necessities

Legislature cites providing dignity for elderly citizens as the purpose for the increase