The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) has undergone a restructuring, dividing into two separate departments: the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Family and Community Services (DFCS). This reorganization aims to improve the alignment of mission sets and enhance the system of care for Alaskans. DOH will oversee health care services, payment, and public health, while DFCS will focus on supporting the child welfare system and providing direct services to Alaskans.
The divisions within DOH, such as Behavioral Health, Health Care Services, and Senior and Disabilities Services, will continue to provide regulatory oversight, claims processing, and facility licensing. The divisions within DFCS, including the Alaska Psychiatric Institute and the Alaska Pioneer Homes, will offer care for patients and elders, with the ability to bill Medicaid for services provided. The restructure aims to ensure continuity of services to beneficiaries and timely payments to providers, with minimal disruption to operations.
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