June 24 & June 25, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (ET)

Medicaid 101 training provides a comprehensive overview of the Medicaid program, focusing on its structure, key concepts, and its impact on healthcare professionals and institutions in Florida. The course will cover fundamental aspects such as Medicaid eligibility, the range of services covered, methods of service delivery, and the sources and distribution of Medicaid funding. Additionally, participants will delve into the basics of Florida Medicaid hospital budgeting, including rate-setting, the effects of managed care plan capitation rates, and supplemental payment programs available to hospitals. The objective of this training is to equip attendees with the essential knowledge to understand how Medicaid reimburses for hospital-related services and to discuss recent policy developments.

Training Objectives:

1. Develop a Working Knowledge of Medicaid: Acquire a comprehensive understanding of Medicaid, its purpose, and how it functions within the healthcare system. Comprehend the Impact of Florida’s Medicaid Program on Your Role: Learn how Florida’s specific Medicaid policies and procedures affect your professional responsibilities and operations.
2. Learn the Core Framework and Key Concepts of Medicaid:
   Eligibility: Comprehend the criteria and procedures for determining Medicaid eligibility.
   Services: Familiarize yourself with the range of services covered under Medicaid.
   Service Delivery: Understand the mechanisms through which Medicaid services are provided.
   Medicaid Funding: Learn about the sources and allocation of funds for Medicaid programs.
3. Understand the Basics of Florida Medicaid Hospital Budgeting:
   Rate-Setting: Gain insight into how hospital service rates are established within the Medicaid program.
   Impact of Managed Care Plan Capitation Rates: Understand how the capitation rates set by managed care plans affect hospital finances.
4. Hospital Supplemental Payment Programs: Learn about the supplemental payment programs available to hospitals and how they work.