A new Medicaid form for family caregivers: what it asks, and how to give feedback by October 31
By Mark Fukae - Director of Advocacy - Professionals Who Care
Starting in 2027, federal law will require many adults on Medicaid to show they work, volunteer, go to school or train for at least 80 hours a month. Family caregivers are exempt. To confirm who qualifies, Colorado's Department of Health Care Policy and Financing has drafted a Family Caregiver Verification Form, and it's taking public feedback through Saturday, October 31.
The draft asks who you care for, where you live in relation to them, and your relationship. It recognizes a wide range of care, including help with shopping, cooking and transportation, and it asks for no credentials. If you live with the person you care for, or you're a relative, no minimum number of hours applies.
The concern is paperwork. Under the federal rule, starting January 1, 2028, states must require documentation when it's reasonably available. The rule also acknowledges that family caregiving rarely leaves a paper trail, and it requires states to accept other information when no documents exist. Caregivers need to hear that clearly, in plain language, before 2028.
For employers and HR professionals in our community: some of your employees may receive this form. A short note that it exists, and where to get help, could keep someone covered.
📄 Read the form: https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/HFC%20FINAL%20MVP%20Family%20Caregiver%20Verification%20Form%20New%20vs%20Renewal_A.pdf
✍️ Give feedback: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsEkOsIArkMYV_oLC1YfJRsSenpto5dq13VOdnjtK3XGDVlQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117014690430312443521
Read and Listen the full essay and Podcast: [https://therevenueneutralcaregiver.substack.com/p/the-research-desk-5?r=6a52ih&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web]
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