Virginia Medicaid Waivers

Virginia Medicaid waivers are special programs that allow the state to customize Medicaid services beyond standard benefits, often to better meet the needs of specific groups. These waivers let Virginia implement innovative approaches to healthcare, such as providing home and community-based services instead of institutional care, or expanding services for individuals with disabilities. They require federal approval and are designed to improve access, quality, and cost-efficiency by tailoring Medicaid offerings to unique population needs. Essentially, these waivers give Virginia flexibility to adapt Medicaid in ways that better serve its residents, within federal guidelines.