Funding is based on the number of MA eligible persons in the county, and previous year's utilization. Be a permanent or temporary resident of the County in which the service is requested. Be determined to need a particular type, mode, and frequency of service.
Service is for non-emergency medical treatment, evaluation or to purchase prescription drugs.
Persons aged 60-64 who are currently being served via MATP will continue under this funding. Persons aged 60-64 who are new applicants for MATP services are not funded under this program, but are to be referred to the Area Agency on Aging for transportation service. The program provides medical transportation services to any approved listed medical facility, physician office, dentist, hospital, clinic, or pharmacy for the purpose of medical evaluation, treatment, or to purchase prescription drugs. Provision for the use of vehicles equipped to accommodate handicapped passengers is required. Transportation costs for an escort service for a non-eligible person may be paid if the consumer cannot travel independently and the provider cannot furnish suitable escort services.