The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded a $229,500 Block Grant to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022. The grant supports the Medical Assistance Program (CFDA #93.778), which provides financial assistance to States for medical assistance payments on behalf of eligible groups including cash assistance recipients, children, pregnant women, and the aged.
Under the award, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment will deliver medical assistance and coverage to eligible state residents through the state's Medicaid program. As the designated state agency, it will coordinate and administer coverage for qualifying individuals consistent with the goals of the federal Medical Assistance Program to provide access to healthcare for low-income populations.
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