Home and Community-Based Services Waivers Consumer Participation
As you know, HCFA has actively promoted the use of Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services
(HCBS) Waivers to allow individuals to take control over their own lives while receiving supportive services in
the most integrated setting. I am pleased to note the number of waivers which now seek to promote active
consumer participation in all areas of the program, including needs assessment, service planning, provider
recruitment and choice, and in the oversight of the quality of services furnished. The purpose of this letter is to
strongly urge you to continue this effort to involve consumers in the decisions which affect their lives.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: June 25, 1997
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