The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) reviewed HCO’s request for a contested case proceeding to appeal the July 1, 2018, 7% rate adjustment under the Disability Waiver Rate System (DWRS). DHS determined that Minnesota Statutes do not authorize a contested case proceeding in this circumstance, and have denied the request.
We are currently working to determine future courses of action, which may include potentially returning to the federal appeals court to file suit. HCO continues to work closely with ARRM and MOHR to explore all avenues available to address the 7% adjustment, and more information will be released as it’s made available.