The Office of Medical Assistance Programs (OMAP) today unveiled an outline of the proposed implementation of HealthChoices for the remaining 42 counties in the state. The configuration of the region and the time frame for implementation are below.
Unlike other areas, the North Central Zone will be divided into three sub-zones, which will come under HealthChoices at three different times. As in previous areas, physical health and behavioral health will be implemented simultaneously in each zone. According to OMAP representatives, the sub-zones were configured to take into account traditional affiliations and population base.
PCPA will provide additional information as it becomes available.
HealthChoices North/Central Zone Public Input Timeline
| Task |
Date |
| Announce Plans to Expand HealthChoices to the North Central Zone at MAAC |
December 14, 2000 |
| Distribute Public Discussion Paper |
January 2001 |
| Present Public Discussion Paper to MAAC |
February 22, 2001 |
| Public Hearing Held in North/Central Zone |
Late February/Early March 2001 |
| Receive MAAC Feedback on Public Discussion Paper |
March 22, 2001 |
| Present DPW Feedback on MAAC and Public Comments |
May 24, 2001 |
