MLTSS 101: Foundations of MLTSS
Course Title: Introduction to Medicaid LTSS: Foundations for New Staff
Duration: 1 Hour (Self-Paced)
Audience: HHS agency staff and Medicaid community plan staff who are new to LTSS.
Cost: Free
Overview:
This online, self-study course introduces the core principles and operations of Medicaid Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). Perfect for new staff, it provides a strong foundation for understanding the goals, components, and stakeholders in LTSS programs.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the purpose and scope of MLTSS programs within Medicaid.
Identify key services provided under LTSS, including home- and community-based services.
Recognize common challenges and innovations in delivering LTSS.
Module 1: Understanding LTSS Basics (10 Minutes)
Learning Objectives:Define Medicaid Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) and its role in Medicaid.Understand the populations served by MLTSS programs.Recognize the importance of federal-state collaboration in MLTSS implementation.
Lessons
What is LTSS? Activity: Quick quiz to test knowledge of MLTSS fundamentals.Module 2: Key Components of LTSS (15 Minutes)
Learning Objectives:Identify the core services provided under MLTSS, such as home- and community-based services.Understand the role of care coordination in improving member outcomes.Recognize the importance of quality and access in MLTSS program design.