Physical modifications to the home or vehicle to assist with the health, safety, and welfare needs of the member and to increase or maintain independence.
Please note that only the following modifications are included:
Kitchen counters, sink space, and cabinets
Special adaptations to refrigerators, stoves, and ovens
Bathtubs and toilets to accommodate transfer, special handles and hoses for showerheads, water faucet controls, and accessible shower and sink areas
Grab bars and handrails
Turnaround space adaptations
Ramps, lifts, and door, hall, and window widening
Fire safety alarm equipment specific for disability
Voice activated, sound activated, light activated, motion activated, and electronic devices directly related to the member’s disability
Vehicle lifts, driver specific adaptations, remote start systems, including such modifications already installed in a vehicle
Keyless entry systems
Automatic opening device for home or vehicle door
Special door and window locks
Specialized doorknobs and handles
Plexiglas replacement for glass windows
Modification of existing stairs to widen, lower, raise or enclose open stairs
Motion detectors
Low pile carpeting or slip resistant flooring
Telecommunications device for people who are deaf
Exterior hard surface pathway
New door opening
Pocket doors
Installation or relocation of controls, outlets, and switches
Air conditioning and air filtering if medically necessary
Heightening of existing garage door opening to accommodate modified van
The following are not included:
Modifications that increase the square footage of the home
Items for replacement that are the responsibility of the homeowner or landlord
Vehicle purchase
Fences
Furnaces
Modifications or adaptations available through regular Medicaid
The maximum lifetime benefit is $5,493.88
Competitive bids are essential to determine the cost effectiveness of the requested item. All modification requests are reviewed individually and a determination is made regarding the appropriateness of the modification request.