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Welcome to Your MI Information Deck

HCBS waivers through Michigan's PIHP → CMHSP system
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The bottom line: MDHHS administers HCBS waivers for individuals with I/DD through a regional system — 10 Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans (PIHPs) working with local Community Mental Health Service Programs (CMHSPs). Your WRTS sensory gym is funded through Community Living Supports (CLS), Out-of-Home Non-Vocational Habilitation, Therapeutic Activities, and Respite.
HSW + CWP
Key Waivers
(+ SED Waiver)
10
PIHP Regions
statewide
15-min
CLS Billing
increments via CHAMPS
90–150 days
Approval
to first referral
How to Use This Guide
1
Waiver Programs
HSW, CWP, and SED Waiver at a glance.
2
Services Covered
The four categories that fund WRTS.
3
Key Entities
MDHHS, PIHP, CMHSP, and who you work with.
4
Payment
Contract model vs. self-direction (FMS).