Authorizes supplemental payments for the 2018 outpatient services of certain general hospitals.

Medically Needy Income Modification.

Continues a supplemental payment to qualifying private special rehab facilities with high Medicaid occupancy

Updates the fee schedule effective dates for several Medicaid programs and services.

Clarifies that the per case reimbursement methodology for inpatient hospital services was eliminated upon CMS approval of the diagnosis-related group (DRG) reimbursement methodology through SPA WA 18-0029

Clarifies policy regarding mid-year rate adjustments for capital renovations.

Adding questions to the 61 APP and 61 MED for our Community Engagement and Employer Sponsored Insurance requirements.

increase rates for intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ICFs/IID) program with the Intent to benefit direct care staff, including direct care staff wages.

Updates the Professional Services fee schedule by utilizing the 2019 Medicare fee schedule as a basis for determining the Medicaid reimbursement.

Continues supplemental Medicaid day one incentive (MDOI) payments to qualifying private nursing facilities to enhance access to care.