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Amendments to Nursing Facility Services Regulations-Interim Working Capital Fund
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Geriatrics·Nursing Home
Effective date
Jul 1, 2004
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland establishes an Interim Working Capital Fund to provide temporary financial assistance to nursing facilities while Medicaid eligibility determinations are processed. Facilities can receive allotments up to 1.5% of their 2003 Medicaid payments, with specific eligibility criteria and repayment requirements by May 1, 2006.
Action Required
Maryland nursing facilities only: Review facility's 2003 Medicaid payment data to calculate maximum allotment eligibility (1.5% of total payments). Facilities meeting quality criteria may request working capital funds through the Department. Ensure compliance with constructive trust agreement and prepare for mandatory repayment by May 1, 2006.