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United States Census data will also be used to create the baseline information needed to evaluate the success of BadgerCare.

Further, the Department is creating a data warehouse. This warehouse will compile data from the CARES system and from Medicaid. This warehouse should be up and running by the year 2000.

9.6

The state assures it will provide the Secretary with access to any records or information relating to the plan for purposes of review of audit. (Section 2107(b)(3)) (42 CFR 457.720)

9.7

The state assures that, in developing performance measures, it will modify those measures to meet national requirements when such requirements are developed. (42 CFR 457.710(e))

9.8

The state assures, to the extent they apply, that the following provisions of the Social Security Act will apply under Title XXI, to the same extent they apply to a state under Title XIX: (Section 2107(e)) (42 CFR 457.135)

9.8.1

Section 1902(a)(4)(C) (relating to conflict of interest standards) 9.8.2

Paragraphs (2), (16) and (17) of Section 1903(i) (relating to limitations on payment) 9.8.3

Section 1903(w) (relating to limitations on provider donations and taxes) 9.8.4

Section 1132 (relating to periods within which claims must be filed)

9.9

Describe the process used by the state to accomplish involvement of the public in the design and implementation of the plan and the method for insuring ongoing public involvement. (Section 2107(c)) (42 CFR 457.120(a) and (b))

Public Process

1. Public Meetings and Hearings

Since the announcement of the BadgerCare Plus initiative in January, the State has worked diligently to inform Wisconsin citizens about the proposal as well as to seek input into its design. We have formed a BadgerCare Plus Advisors Group, conducted focus groups with current and potential members and with providers, and held town hall meetings across the state. This effort is described below in the following sections.

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