OHIO
B+Last verified 2026-07-03
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN OHIO
- DD/HCBS Medicaid-covered service (county DD board) or FFS: request ODJFS state hearing within 90 days of the notice
- Continuation: request state hearing within the 15-calendar-day prior notice period
- Managed care: file MCP/MCOP internal appeal within 60 days of the notice
- After MCP/MCOP appeal resolution: request state hearing within 90 days of the resolution mail date
- Administrative appeal / judicial review: file within 30 days of the decision
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
NOTABLE WAIVERS
Individual Options (IO) Waiver
SourceAdults with developmental disabilities who need comprehensive home and community-based services.
Waitlist: Managed by County Boards of DD; waitlist varies by county.
Level One Waiver
SourceIndividuals with developmental disabilities needing a lower level of support services.
Waitlist: Verify with your County Board of DD.
SELF (Self-Empowered Life Funding) Waiver
SourceIndividuals with developmental disabilities who want to self-direct their services and budget.
Waitlist: Administered through County Boards of DD.
Ohio Home Care Waiver
SourceIndividuals under 60 with physical disabilities or complex medical needs.
Waitlist: Verify with ODM (Ohio Department of Medicaid).
PASSPORT Waiver
SourceSeniors 60+ needing in-home long-term care.
Waitlist: Apply through Area Agencies on Aging.
