What is Managed Long-Term Care in New York State?
Managed Long-Term Care (MLTC) is a Medicaid program in New York State that assists individuals who are chronically ill or disabled and wish to remain in their homes and communities rather than move to a nursing facility. Through MLTC, eligible individuals receive a comprehensive range of Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), such as home care, personal assistance, therapies, and adult day care, coordinated by managed care plans approved by the New York State Department of Health. According to NY State, “the entire array of services to which an enrolled member is entitled can be received through the MLTC plan the member has chosen.”
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for MLTC, individuals must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Have a chronic illness or disability that qualifies them for nursing home care
- Require community-based long-term care services for more than 120 days
- Have active enrollment in Medicaid
- Be able to remain at home at the time of enrollment safely
- Have approval by New York State through the necessary assessments
Covered Services
MLTC plans provide a wide array of services, from certified services to licensed services. Venture Forthe is a licensed agency and can provide home care to meet the personal needs of community members.
These services are coordinated by a care management team that works with the individual, their family, and their healthcare providers to develop a personalized plan of care.
Enrollment Process
Venture Forthe Outreach Coordinators can guide you through the enrollment process. Please contact Venture Forthe at 800-701-1233 for step-by-step guidance. Outreach Coordinators will walk you through each process to determine your eligibility and link you with an MLTC provider.