New York State granted a 30-day grace period for thousands of Medicaid home care recipients and workers to register with a new management company after widespread confusion over the transition. State officials blamed misinformation for delays but insisted the April 1 shift remains on track.
Critics argue the transition, which forces out 600 smaller fiscal intermediaries, is poorly handled. Advocates claim the new company, Public Partnership LLC (PPL), has failed to provide adequate support, leading to long wait times and technology issues. Lawmakers and protesters, including four wheelchair users arrested at the Capitol, are demanding more time.
Gov. Kathy Hochul defended the plan, accusing fiscal intermediaries of obstructing the process. Despite mounting pressure, she refuses further extensions, while Senate Republicans seek federal intervention to investigate the transition.
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