What Does STAR+PLUS Cover in Assisted Living?
STAR+PLUS HCBS pays for care and support — not housing. Here is what that typically includes in an assisted-living setting.
Services STAR+PLUS HCBS can cover
The exact services depend on the member's assessed needs and the care plan approved by the MCO.
- Personal care and assistance with activities of daily living
- Help with medications and coordination of care
- Nursing services and authorized therapies
- Care coordination through the MCO service coordinator
- Certain support services identified in the approved care plan
What it does not include
Coverage is for services, not for room and board. The resident still pays a housing-and-meals charge — explained in what STAR+PLUS does not cover.
Frequently asked questions
Does STAR+PLUS cover personal care in assisted living?
Yes, for eligible members, STAR+PLUS HCBS can cover personal care and help with activities of daily living as part of the approved care plan.
Who decides which services are covered?
The member's needs are assessed and the MCO approves a care plan. The service coordinator helps arrange the covered services identified in that plan.