Medicaid Provider Enrollment Overview
Georgia offers 4 Medicaid waiver programs for home care agencies. The state Medicaid program is administered by Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH). Currently, Georgia is actively enrolling new home care providers.
The average enrollment timeline is 90-120 days from initial application to receiving your first client. With high demand for home care services, Georgia represents an excellent opportunity for agencies looking to serve Medicaid clients.
Georgia Medicaid Waiver Programs
Home care agencies in Georgia can enroll in the following waiver programs. Each program serves different populations and has specific service requirements.
Community Care Services Program (CCSP)
1915(c) WaiverServices for elderly adults
Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE)
1915(c) WaiverEnhanced services including adult day health
New Options Waiver (NOW)
1915(c) WaiverServices for individuals with intellectual disabilities
Comprehensive Supports Waiver Program (COMP)
1915(c) WaiverComprehensive DD services
Georgia Provider Requirements
To become a Medicaid provider in Georgia, your home care agency must meet the following requirements:
- Georgia business registration
- Private Home Care Provider license from DCH
- Personal Care Home license (if applicable)
- Criminal background checks
- Professional liability insurance
- Quality assurance program
Step-by-Step Enrollment Process
Follow these steps to enroll as a Medicaid waiver provider in Georgia:
Obtain Georgia private home care provider license
Apply for NPI
Complete Georgia Medicaid Provider Enrollment
Register in GaMMIS
Contract with CMOs (if waiver requires)
Complete required trainings
Pass initial survey