The department said in a Feb. 27 news release the implementation was delayed to ensure “150,000 people seamlessly receive care on day one.” Local Management Entity/Managed Care Organizations — which will operate the plans — will have more time to contract with additional providers to ensure a smooth transition.
In September, the department pushed the launch date from Dec. 1 to April 1.
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