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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions are used to provide additional information and/or statutory guidance not found in State Medicaid Director Letters, State Health Official Letters, or CMCS Informational Bulletins. The different sets of FAQs as originally released can be accessed below.

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Are individuals who were in foster care and enrolled in Medicaid when they turned age 18 or aged out of foster care in a different state eligible under this group?

We do not believe the statue requires states to cover, under this group, individuals who were in foster care and enrolled in Medicaid when they turned age 18 or aged out of foster care in a different state. However, we believe the statute provides states the option to do so. As noted above, pending publication of a final regulation at section 435.150, states may exercise the option proposed when they complete SPA page S33 for this group.

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FAQ ID:92166

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At state option, are states allowed to claim title XIX funding instead of title XXI for services provided under a Medicaid expansion program?

Yes. Section 115 of CHIPRA gives states the option to claim expenditures for Medicaid expansion program populations under section 1905(u)(2)(B) of the Act, either at the enhanced FMAP rate using title XXI funds or at the regular FMAP rate using title XIX funds. States that elect to claim expenditures under title XXI will receive the enhanced FMAP rate. However, states that elect to claim expenditures under title XIX will receive the regular Medicaid FMAP rate. Claims submitted at the enhanced FMAP rate will be paid from the state's CHIP allotment.

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FAQ ID:92171

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What browsers are compatible with MACPro?

Browser Comments
Microsoft Internet Explorer 11, 10, 9, and 8

Microsoft Internet Explorer 10, 9, and 8 are depreciated and will not be supported in a future release of MACPro.

Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 is supported on Windows 8.x tablet.

Mozilla Firefox Mozilla Firefox updates automatically. MACPro supports the most recent stable version of Mozilla Firefox.
Google Chrome Google Chrome updates automatically. MACPro supports the most recent stable version of Google Chrome.
Apple Safari Apple Safari is only supported on Mac operating systems.

FAQ ID:92846

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Is there spell check in MACPro?

The spell check function is determined by your web browser and is not a feature within MACPro itself. Within Internet Explorer, there is an option to turn spelling correction on or off.

  1. Under "Settings," choose the "Programs" tab and then select "Manage add-ons."
  2. On the left hand tool bar, there is a "Spelling Correction" Add-on Type. There is a box labeled "Enable Spelling Correction" that can be selected.
  3. Select "Enable spelling correction".

FAQ ID:92851

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Who should be contacted with questions?

If there are questions or problems related to the system/website, please contact the MACPro Help Desk staff via email to MACPro_HelpDesk@cms.hhs.gov. If there are questions regarding the quality measure content or reporting please contact MAC Quality TA via the contact link at the bottom of the screen or by email to MACQualityTA@cms.hhs.gov.

FAQ ID:92726

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How do I add new users to the system?

User Management is a feature in MACPro that works in conjunction with the CMS EIDM user identification and authentication system. To request access to the MACPro application, a user must first go to the Enterprise Identity Management Portal (EIDM: https://portal.cms.gov ) and create an EIDM ID. Once an ID is created, the user must request access to the MACPro application by way of an EIDM role. Once their EIDM role request is approved, they may access MACPro via the link https://macpro.cms.gov  and enter their newly created EIDM credentials to log in. Once in MACPro, the user must request their MACPro roles and attributes via My User Profile under the Records tab. MACPro user role requests are approved by the State System Administrator, CMS System Administrator, or CMS Role Approver. Further detailed instructions can be found in the reference documents posted to Medicaid.gov (https://www.medicaid.gov/state-resource-center/medicaid-and-chip-program-portal/medicaid-and-chip-program-portal.html).

FAQ ID:92731

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Do I have to log out of the system when I am finished working in the application and want to exit the system?

Yes, before logging out, save any information you have entered. Select the Logout link when you're finished with the application site and then close your browser. By doing so, you prevent others from potentially gaining access to your application in your absence.

FAQ ID:92736

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I locked myself out of my account, what should I do?

Email the MACPro Help Desk at MACPro_HelpDesk@cms.hhs.gov.

FAQ ID:92741

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What does the error message "Session Timed Out" mean?

The system automatically times users out and sends an error message when a user does not navigate the application within 60 minutes. When a 'Session Timed Out' error message appears, a loss of data may occur. Therefore, it is recommended to continually save your work every ten minutes.

Please take special note, writing in a text box for 60 minutes does not count as refreshing the page. You must select save or navigate through the application to avoid being timed out.

FAQ ID:92746

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I uploaded a document but it is taking a while to save, what should I do?

Once you upload a document, the system redirects you to a loading page. On this page there should be a green button labeled "Refresh". If it takes more than several minutes to upload your document you may hit the "Refresh" button. Do not navigate away from this page, otherwise it could cause a delay in the submission package process.

FAQ ID:92751

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