Know Your Rights: Navigating Medicaid Waivers and Fair Hearings in Florida

If your Medicaid services are denied, reduced, delayed, or terminated, you have the right to request a fair hearing. You also have the right to submit evidence, ask for more time to prepare, and have witnesses who can support your case. These free webinars from Disability Rights Florida explain how the system works — and how you can stand up for your rights.

Webinar Series

Medicaid Fair Hearings: What You Need to Know

This webinar is your essential guide to the Medicaid hearing process. It covers:

  • What a fair hearing is and when you’re entitled to one
  • How to request a hearing and what deadlines apply
  • What happens in a hearing
  • What rights you have before, during, and after your hearing

Watch the "Medicaid Fair Hearings: What You Need to Know" Webinar

Motion for Continuance: More Time to Prepare

This webinar is your guide to requesting a continuance. It covers:

  • Gathering documents
  • Finding a witness or advocate
  • Handling emergencies or schedule conflicts

Watch the "Motion for Continuance: More Time to Prepare" Webinar 

Witnesses and Documents: Building a Strong Case

This webinar explains how to gather and use evidence to support your Medicaid hearing. It covers:

  • Helpful documents and how to organize them
  • Choosing and preparing witnesses
  • When and how to submit your evidence

Watch the "Witnesses and Documents: Building a Strong Case" Webinar

iBudget Waiver: Your Services and Rights

This webinar breaks down Florida’s iBudget waiver and how to advocate for the support you need. It covers:

  • Who qualifies 
  • What services are included
  • How budgets are calculated
  • What to do if your budget is cut or denied

Watch the "iBudget Waiver: Your Services and Rights" Webinar

Long-Term Care Waiver: At Home with Support

This webinar explains the Medicaid Long-Term Care waiver and how it helps people live independently. It covers:

  • Eligibility and how to apply
  • Services available to support in-home care
  • What to do if you’re denied or placed on a waitlist

Watch the "Long-Term Care Waiver: At Home with Support" Webinar

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Disability Rights Florida is the state’s Protection and Advocacy organization, providing legal advocacy and protecting the rights of people with disabilities. Our team addresses civil rights violations, abuse, neglect, and discrimination in key areas.