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Newsletter Vol. 25, No.12
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ·Provider Notice
Effective date
Dec 1, 2015
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
NJ FamilyCare Plan ABP now includes long-term care services effective immediately. The Medically Exempt Attestation Form is no longer required for medically frail recipients - they can be directly referred to their MCO or local ADRC/AAA for MLTSS program assessment.
Action Required
Immediately: For patients enrolled in NJ FamilyCare Plan ABP needing long-term care, refer them directly to their Managed Care Organization or local ADRC/AAA for MLTSS program assessment. Stop completing and sending Medically Exempt Attestation Forms to the Medical Assistance Customer Center for these individuals. Update referral processes and staff workflows accordingly.