Medicaid Demonstrations & Waivers

The Louisiana Department of Health administers several demonstration and waiver programs under Sections 1115, 1915(b), and 1915(c) federal authorities. Prior to submitting new or amended applications to CMS for approval, these documents will be posted for public review and comment. Any comments received during the public comment period will be addressed in the application or amendment prior to submission to CMS. 

Item Number Title Date Posted Public Comments Due By Links
2021-DBP-1

1915(b)Dental Benefit Program Amendment

11/24/21 12/24/21

1915(b)Dental Benefit Program Amendment

Send comments to Brian.Bennett@la.gov 

2021-NOW-1

New Opportunities Waiver Renewal

7/21/21 8/20/21

Application for 1915(c) HCBS Waiver

Send comments to OCDD-HCBS@la.gov

 2020-ACT421-1

Section 1115 DEMONSTRATION Proposal For ACT 421 Children’s Medicaid option

Withdrawn

7/10/20  8/10/20   www.ldh.la.gov/act421