Medicaid Provider Enrollment Overview
Nebraska offers 4 Medicaid waiver programs for home care agencies. The state Medicaid program is administered by Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Currently, Nebraska is actively enrolling new home care providers.
The average enrollment timeline is 60-90 days from initial application to receiving your first client. With medium demand for home care services, Nebraska represents a solid opportunity for agencies looking to serve Medicaid clients.
Nebraska Medicaid Waiver Programs
Home care agencies in Nebraska can enroll in the following waiver programs. Each program serves different populations and has specific service requirements.
Aged and Disabled Waiver
1915(c) WaiverServices for elderly and adults with disabilities
Comprehensive Developmental Disabilities Waiver
1915(c) WaiverComprehensive DD services
Day Services Waiver
1915(c) WaiverDay habilitation for individuals with DD
Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver
1915(c) WaiverServices for individuals with TBI
Nebraska Provider Requirements
To become a Medicaid provider in Nebraska, your home care agency must meet the following requirements:
- Nebraska business registration
- Home Health Agency or Personal Care Provider certification
- Criminal background checks
- Professional liability insurance
- DHHS provider standards
- Quality assurance program
Step-by-Step Enrollment Process
Follow these steps to enroll as a Medicaid waiver provider in Nebraska:
Obtain Nebraska certification
Apply for NPI
Complete Nebraska DHHS Provider Enrollment
Register in NFOCUS
Contract with Heritage Health plans
Complete required training