Proposed changes to New York’s $9 billion Medicaid home care program, CDPAP, could dominate budget talks as officials push a transition to a single provider, Public Partnerships LLC. Governor Kathy Hochul’s plan, aiming to cut program fraud and save $500 million, has raised concerns over its timeline, with only 5% of participants registered weeks before the April 1 deadline.
Critics argue the rushed process threatens care for 280,000 disabled and elderly users, as smaller companies exit. Lawmakers like Senator Gustavo Rivera are pressing for delays, fearing disruption to vital services. Hochul, however, remains confident in the transition’s progress, emphasizing fraud prevention and cost control.
Legislative leaders remain divided, monitoring developments before deciding on action. Advocates warn delays could jeopardize recipients’ independence, with the debate set to escalate in the coming weeks.
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