The Autism Society of North Carolina’s Medicaid Rebase Update explains recent changes to Medicaid provider funding in North Carolina and how those changes could impact autism and intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) services. The organization shared concerns that planned Medicaid rate cuts could reduce access to important therapies, supports, and care for children and adults who rely on Medicaid services.
The article also highlights the strong advocacy efforts from families, providers, and community members who contacted legislators and state leaders to explain how these cuts would affect care and support services. As a result of these efforts, Governor Josh Stein and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced plans to restore the Medicaid rate cuts, helping protect access to care and stabilize services for families across the state.
The Autism Society of NC emphasized that maintaining provider funding is important for keeping qualified direct support professionals and ensuring individuals with autism continue receiving the services they need to thrive. The organization plans to continue advocating for long-term solutions and support for the autism and I/DD community in North Carolina.
More information is available through the link below:
https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/medicaid-rebase-update-2/
