Lawmakers hear bill to require Medicaid shared-services premium be passed to direct-care workers Rep. Hicks told the Human Services Finance and Policy Committee HF 3780 would require providers to pass some portion of higher Medicaid reimbursement for shared services to direct-care staff; union and family advocates testified; the bill was laid over for further stakeholder and fiscal work.

Minnesota's new bill aims to ensure that direct-care workers receive a fair share of Medicaid reimbursement for shared services, but will it be enough to address the systemic issues in our care system?

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New insurance and benefit provisions for direct care staff proposed in legislation Legislation introduces various insurance and benefits for direct care staff in assisted living.

Minnesota's Senate Bill 2168 could revolutionize benefits for direct care staff, aiming to boost job satisfaction and improve patient care—will it reshape the healthcare landscape?

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Minnesota lawmakers seek clearer accountability for Direct Care and Treatment CEO role Legislators discuss accountability and potential changes to DCT's executive oversight structure.

Minnesota lawmakers are demanding clearer accountability for the CEO of Direct Care and Treatment, raising urgent questions about oversight and safety in the system.

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