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[Ohio] CARE+ mini-grant initiative now open for eligible LTSS providers
Anthem BCBS·OH · Geriatrics, Palliative Care·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Aug 17, 2026
We identified it
Jul 28, 2026
Summary
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (MyCare Ohio) has opened applications for the CARE+ mini-grant initiative, a one-time funding opportunity providing up to $5,000 per eligible long-term services and supports (LTSS) provider to support workforce development. This is a grant program, not a billing or coverage policy change, and does not affect claims processing, billing codes, or reimbursement rates for medical services.
Action Required
This policy change requires no billing team action. It is an informational bulletin about a grant opportunity for LTSS providers (e.g., home health, assisted living, nursing facilities). Billing teams should forward this information to organizational leadership or grant administration if the practice operates eligible LTSS services. Application deadline is September 11, 2026. No claims processing, coding, or billing workflow changes are required.