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Human Services explores Medicaid‑reimbursed Community Recovery Services as placements drive budget pressure
Summary
Dunn County Department of Human Services reported a proposal to add Community Recovery Services (CRS), a Medicaid‑reimbursable program, and described placement costs that have driven projected budget shortfalls. Board approved two budget amendments and noted vouchers at the meeting.
Paula, speaking for the Department of Human Services, told the board Sept. 25 that staff are investigating Community Recovery Services (CRS), a Medicaid‑reimbursable program some neighboring counties already run, as a way to expand services and recoup costs tied to placements in community residential settings.
Paula described CRS as a program that reimburses for community living supports, peer supports and supported employment and can be provided in community settings including community‑based…
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