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Applying for Michelle P. or SCL Waiver

Note: Currently, there is a waiting list for MPW services and supports. Placement on the waiting list is determined by the date your completed application is received.

Step 1 - Obtain Financial Eligibility for Medicaid​

3 Options to Apply:

  • Apply online at Kynect (kynect.ky.gov) - You'll look for the type of Medicaid that pays for waiver services

  • Call DCBS at (855) 306-8959

  • In-Person at a DCBS Office

Documents You'll Need on Hand (helpful to have)

Identification

Social Security Number

Income information

Resource Info - savings, checking, stocks, bonds, CDs, vehicles, land, etc.

Health insurance cards and premiums

Medical bills

Proof of Citizenship (if applicable) 

Once Medicaid is received, proceed to Step 2

Step 2 - Apply for Michelle P. or SCL Waiver​

Option 1: Apply online at Kynect (kynect.ky.gov)

  • Look for purple Benefits icon and choose Apply for All Programs

  • Click Sign Up

  • You will create a Kentucky Online Gateway (KOG) account (if you don't already have one)

  • Click Apply for Benefits button

Option 2: Apply by Phone or In-Person

  • Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) - (877) 925-0037

  • Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) - Ex: Lifeskills - (270) 901-5000

Helpful Documents (not required)

  • Individual Education Plan (IEP)

  • Psychological Evaluation

  • First Steps Evaluation

  • Physician’s order

What Happens After I Submit?​

  • Medicaid will review to see if you qualify for waiver services and which waiver is best fit.

  • Medicaid will send a letter instructing next step

Questions? 

Medicaid - (855) 306-8959

Waiver Help Desk (844) 784-5614

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