Kentucky Healthcare Services Government Contracts

Kentucky invests $12.8 billion in Medicaid spending annually through agencies like the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services and Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services. Kentucky operates a managed care Medicaid model. Kentucky Medicaid uses managed care organizations for most services. Strong focus on substance use disorder treatment given opioid crisis impact. Major healthcare programs include Kentucky Medicaid Managed Care, KCHIP, Supports for Community Living. Professional licensing is managed by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure.

• Valid Kentucky professional license from Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
• Enrollment with Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services
• Medicare provider enrollment (if applicable)
• Professional liability (malpractice) insurance
• HIPAA compliance program and staff training
• Background checks for all patient-facing staff
• Required: Kentucky professional license, Medicaid provider enrollment

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  Register with Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services at https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dms/
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  Obtain licenses through Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
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  Pursue certifications: SUD treatment certification, MAT waiver
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  Target key agencies: KY Dept for Medicaid Services, KY Dept for Behavioral Health
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  Develop telehealth capabilities for expanded reach
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  Build relationships with state health department program managers
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  Consider subcontracting with established healthcare systems
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  Focus on Kentucky Medicaid Managed Care opportunities

• Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
• Defense Health Agency (DHA)
• Indian Health Service (IHS)
• State Health Departments
• State Medicaid Agencies

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