Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri
TO: ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES
FROM: KIM EVANS, DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: INCREASE IN AVERAGE PRIVATE PAY NURSING RATE FOR TRANSFER OF PROPERTY PENALTIES
MANUAL REVISION #
APPENDIX J
APPENDIX N
DISCUSSION:
The average private pay nursing care rate increased to $7,909 per month effective April 1, 2025. For applications taken on or after April 1, 2025, use $7,909 to determine the number of months of ineligibility for vendor level services for a transfer of assets penalty.
Eligibility Standards for Non-MAGI Programs (Appendix J) of the MO HealthNet for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (MHABD) Manual lists the current average private pay nursing care rate.
Note: Maximum MMMNA was incorrect on the 12/2024 revision of the Eligibility Standards for Non-MAGI Programs appendix and has been corrected. The correct monthly amount is $3948 effective 1/1/2025.
Average Private Pay Nursing Home Rates (Appendix N) of the December 1973 Eligibility Requirements Manual lists the historical values for average private pay nursing care rates.
NECESSARY ACTION:
- Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.
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