Scott County officials warn Minnesota's disability services are strained as DHS payment reviews slow providers Scott County staff and contracted providers told county commissioners that Minnesota's MNChoices assessment timelines, a DHS prepayment review that has temporarily paused some provider payments, and an anticipated waiver rework are straining services and may shift costs to counties. County staff flagged five providers suspended from providing services (about 14 15 clients) and a potential $810,000 annual cost shift for Scott County if statewide savings are not found.

Scott County officials are sounding the alarm as Minnesota's disability services face a critical strain from delayed assessments and paused provider payments, impacting essential support for vulnerable clients.

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