Title
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Care Coordination and Support Organization (CCSO) $74,642 - Funding Approval - Esser
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Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center (LCHD/CHC) received notification from the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services that increased reimbursement rates effective August 2024 to help support the sustainability of the Pathways to Success Care Coordination and Support Organization program (CCSO). Along with this rate increase, the number of referrals has been growing. One new position is needed to meet the demand of the referrals and adhere to HFS requirements. The funding amount to be appropriated is $74,642 for LCFY26. The CCSO is a program for Medicaid enrolled youth under the age of 21 who have complex, high-risk behavioral health needs and require evidenced-informed intensive care coordination along with home and community-based services to supplement existing treatment interventions. This will fund one new position, computer equipment, contractual services, and supplies.
Suggested Motion
To approve an emergency appropriation in the amount of $74,642 for Care Coordination and Support Organization program in LCFY26.