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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-2-clarifications-preliminary
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations for Group 2 clarifications, preliminary approach for prioritizing Group 3 to Gov. Little February 20, …
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/news/dhw-seeks-public-input-inform-rural-health-transformation-program-application
… DHW seeks public input to inform Rural Health Transformation Program application September 8, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … Input from rural health care providers, hospitals, clinics, community organizations, payers, workforce entities, …
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/news/state-require-proof-residency-or-work-idaho-vaccine-appointments
… State to require proof of residency or work in Idaho for vaccine appointments February 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications CORRECTION: Some vaccine providers may scan … COVID-19 vaccine that is available at this time and Idaho’s commitment to equitable and fair access to vaccine, the …
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/news/dhw-successfully-ends-temporary-housing-program-youth-foster-care
… DHW successfully ends temporary housing program for youth in foster care November 12, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … rentals to temporarily house foster children with complex needs while they await more permanent placements. …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-drug-utilization-review-program-meet-jan-19-webex
… Idaho Drug Utilization Review Program to meet Jan. 19 via Webex Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting The DUR program is scheduled to meet at 9 a.m. Jan. 19 via Webex. Details are in the agenda. The program uses a structured process to review claims data and …
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/news/dhw-recommends-idaho-providers-follow-fda-and-cdc-guidance-temporarily-pause-administering
… DHW recommends Idaho providers follow FDA and CDC guidance to temporarily pause … the Johnson & Johnson vaccine April 13, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is …
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/news/protect-yourself-and-your-pets-harmful-algal-blooms-summer
… Protect yourself and your pets from harmful algal blooms this summer June 28, 2024 Author DHW Communications Track water sampling locations and health … blooms, or HABs) and Idahoans are reminded to stay safe and protect their pets when recreating in and around water. …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-submits-behavioral-health-transformationimd-waiver-federal-approval
… behavioral health transformation/IMD waiver for federal approval January 3, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho … care. The Division of Medicaid has begun development of a comprehensive implementation plan for the waiver that will … entire behavioral health continuum of care. Idaho recently completed a 30-day state comment period and has delivered …
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/news/idaho-providing-race-and-ethnicity-data-vaccine-data-dashboard-starting-today
… Idaho providing race and ethnicity data on vaccine data dashboard starting today March 1, 2021 Author DHW Communications Race and ethnicity data will be available … daily, except for Sundays and holidays. “Idaho and DHW are committed to transparency, but we also want to make sure the …
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/news/dhw-announces-next-round-community-program-grants-available-address-learning-loss-and
… DHW announces next round of Community Program grants available to address learning loss and … health supports for Idaho children July 8, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare …
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/news/cms-approves-idaho-medicaid-behavioral-health-transformation-1115-waiver-allowing
… CMS approves Idaho Medicaid Behavioral Health Transformation 1115 … Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has received approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services … Idaho’s behavioral health system of care.” The waiver, accompanied by a corresponding implementation plan, is an …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepts-public-comment-state-plan-low-income-home-energy-assistance
… DHW accepts public comment on state plan for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The Department …
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/news/health-advisories-idaho-water-bodies-lifted-winter-approaches
… Health advisories for Idaho water bodies lifted as winter approaches December 1, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … of Idaho’s water bodies. When blooms occur, toxic chemical compounds called cyanotoxins can be released into the water. …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-seeks-comment-annual-grant-application
… Infant Toddler Program seeks comment on annual grant application Type of … be available for review through April 19, 2022. Written comments from the public will be accepted March 20 - April …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-behavioral-health-council-programs-services-workgroup-meeting
… Idaho Behavioral Health Council Programs & Services Workgroup Meeting Type of notice/meeting … Council Meeting The Idaho Behavioral Health Council (IBHC) Programs & Services Workgroup is holding a meeting on …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-offers-application-review-comment
… Infant Toddler Program offers application for review comment Type of … Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is accepting public comment from March 13 through April 11, 2021, on the …
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/news/dhw-announces-25m-funding-assist-laboratories-providing-covid-19-testing
… DHW announces $2.5M in funding to assist laboratories in providing COVID-19 testing October 28, 2020 Author DHW Communications To assist with the response to the current … help Idaho laboratories establish or increase capacity for community COVID-19 testing in Idaho. Funds may be used for …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-15
… set for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday October 18, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … this link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0fc22ae982616633028587a8f66aa9f2 The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-13
… set for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday October 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … and Sarah Leeds, manager of the Idaho Immunization Program. Members of the working media who would like to … this link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=edfc44a3b9871715e95013f6fc7e1ce16 The Idaho Department of …
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/providers/behavioral-health-providers/wits
… Use Disorder (SUD) treatment and recovery support services providers. DBH's Analytics & Automation Unit provides or … own accord, will begin the sunsetting process on July 1, 2026. At that time no new clients or any other information … billing IDOC, IDJC, and/or ISC will have until July 30th to complete their batching and billing. All SUD providers who …
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/providers/behavioral-health-providers/idaho-transformational-collaborative-outcomes-management-tcom
… Idaho Transformational Collaborative Outcomes Management (TCOM) Institute Inspiring client-centered … collaboration. About Idaho TCOM The Idaho TCOM Institute promotes collaboration between system partners to … DETAILS CANS Certification Training In-Person June 2, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 pm MDT Register here . Caldwell DHW 3402 …
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/providers/center-excellence/idaho-wins-wraparound-competency-center
… Idaho WInS (Wraparound) Competency Center Vision Leading the behavioral healthcare … Wraparound Intensive Services (IWInS) Competency Center provides coaching, training, fidelity monitoring, quality … to the scheduled date. Wraparound 101 Virtual May 14, 2026 2:00 pm MST https://app.keysurvey.com/f/41812636/3727/ …
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/managedcare
… will share more information about the Request for Proposal posting timeline when available. The Request for … if you would like an interpreter present. Who should come? Anyone currently receiving services through Medicaid … Member Listening Session held in Boise on April 7, 2026. This feedback will inform DHW as it develops a …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-may-20
… to hold regular meeting on May 20 May 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … ps://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0f809cc16830b1d0fc1c6c7fc43cd9c0 The Board of Health and Welfare is a rulemaking …
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/about-dhw/language-assistance
… assistance services and auxiliary aids and services. DHW provides language assistance services and appropriate … auxiliary aids and services free of charge. 1-800-926-2588 (TTY: 711) Español (Spanish) Brindamos servicios de … y apoyo auxiliar adecuados de forma gratuita. 1-800-926-2588 (TTY: 711) Kiswahili (Swahili) Tunatoa huduma za …
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/providers/behavioral-health-providers/driving-under-influence-evaluators
… Driving Under the Influence (DUI) evaluations must be completed by a substance use disorder service provider approved by the Department of Health and Welfare. … Blaine 208-788-5521 Boise 208-392-4431 Bonner 208-265-1432 Bonneville 208-529-1350 Boundary 208-267-5504 Butte …
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/providers/rural-health-and-underserved-areas/loan-repayment-and-grants
… funds to increase access to primary care services for non-profit and governmental entities. State Loan Repayment … sites must implement a sliding fee scale for low-income and uninsured patients and accept Medicare and … and guidance are anticipated to be released September 2026. To receive updates via the notification list or ask …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-safety
… Sub-domain: Safety The Safety sub-domain covers goals 25-26 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide … objects and situations. Developmental Growth: Show discomfort or anxiousness in stressful situations. Child … or exhibits disengagement cues when the child has undergone prolonged, painful, or stressful situations (medical …
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/providers/home-and-community-based-services-children-developmental-disabilities/childrens
… (DDAs) Children’s Developmental Disability Agencies (DDAs) provide services to help children with developmental … needs. Services can be delivered in settings that are comfortable and natural for the child: In their home In … expiring between December 1, 2025, and March 1, 2026, will be extended to March 1, 2026. Example: Existing …
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/services-programs/whats-new
… new with Idaho's intellectual and developmental disability program. May 18, 2026 - KW Tool Selection Update May 18, 2026 - KW Tool … - Spanish February 23, 2026 - Idaho Assessment Tool Final Recommendation February 9, 2026 - KW Update: Tool Selection …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/hospitals
… General Information A hospital in Idaho is a facility providing care to two or more individuals for 24 or more … Certification as a hospital provider, an applicant must complete and submit an application packet. Application … through the Bureau of Facility Standards at 208-334-6626. All building construction plans must be submitted for …
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/providers/rural-health-and-underserved-areas/rural-health-and-underserved-areas
… Areas The Bureau of Healthcare Access implements programs and provides resources to improve access to … and safety of Idahoans. The residents of Idaho’s rural communities tend to be older, experience higher rates of … million in economic benefits. Educational Opportunities 2026 Events and Webinars Rural Health Clinic (RHCs) Webinars …
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/appeals-and-fair-hearings
… an appeal for an eligibility decision for public assistance programs. Your Rights to Appeal or Request a Fair Hearing If … rights and find information on how to file a complaint on our non-discrimination page. Nondiscrimination … Self-Reliance Programs P.O. Box 83720 Boise, ID 83720-0026 mybenefits@dhw.idaho.gov 866-434-8278 (toll free) …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health
… Environmental Health The Environmental Health Program is a part of the Idaho Division of Public Health's Bureau of Environmental Health and Communicable Diseases. We partner with local public health … Events Mini-Cassia Groundwater Awareness May 20, 2026 12-6 pm Private Well Water Testing a the Minidoka-Cassia …
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/providers/skilled-nursing/cmsfederal-resources
… and Medicaid Services (CMS) maintains oversight for compliance with the Medicare health and safety standards … facilities (SNF) and makes available to beneficiaries, providers/suppliers, researchers, and State surveyors … address: Noridian Administrative Services P.O. Box 6726 Fargo, ND 58108-6726 Telephone: 888-608-8816 Email …
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/health-wellness/healthy-infants-children/oral-health
… Oral Health The Idaho Oral Health Program (IOHP) was established in 1951 to address the lack … as the primary source of oral health surveillance and community-based oral disease prevention programs. The IOHP … Homes in Idaho State Oral Health Improvement Plan 2021-2026 State Oral Health Improvement Plan 2024 Annual Partner …
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/providers/developmental-disabilities-and-residential-habilitation-agencies/residential-habilitation
… residential habilitation agency is a certified entity that provides integrated, tailored services and supports to … Habilitation Agency applications until July 1, 2026, to allow for implementation of new administrative rules … certification of a residential habilitation agency must complete the following: Step 1: Make sure your agency is …
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/providers/developmental-disabilities-and-residential-habilitation-agencies/developmental
… disabilities agency is a certified entity that provides center and/or home and community-based services to adults and/or children with … Disabilities Agency applications until July 1, 2026, to allow for implementation of new administrative rules …
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/providers/idaho-bureau-emergency-medical-services/bureau-emergency-medical-services
… of safe, effective and timely emergency medical services, promotion of high-quality care for time-sensitive emergencies, coordination of statewide communication systems, and partnerships in disaster … substances. These rules went into effect on March 9th, 2026. For more information, please go to the Idaho State …
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/providers/2026-idaho-rural-healthcare-conference/shaping-future-rural-health-idaho
… Shaping the future of rural health in Idaho Community-driven innovation, integration, and impact. Join … across Idaho’s communities and is designed to convene providers, leaders, and partners to share perspectives, … directly at (208) 343-1871 no later than April 10th, 2026, to make your room reservation. Please book your room …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/clandestine-drug-labs
… health risks to people who later live or spend time in the property. About meth labs Health Risks from Meth Labs: After … public can refer to the following resources: Statute T6CH26 Rules for Clandestine Drug Laboratory Cleanup DHW Cleanup … List, the property must be cleaned or demolished in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and …
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/providers/idaho-bureau-emergency-medical-services/ems-education
… personnel licensing. On This Page Detailed information on programs, courses, requirements, and more can be found in … to applying for an Idaho EMS license, you must successfully complete an initial EMS course from an Idaho approved EMS … for each session by clicking the titles below: March 4th, 2026 - Considerations for Rural Settings …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/home-health-agencies
… Home Health Agencies A Home Health Agency is an agency providing Skilled Nursing Services and at least one (1) of … certification of an HHA, an applicant must request, complete, and submit an application packet. Application … the Idaho Bureau of Facility Standards (BFS) at 208-334-6626. In accordance with the Streamlined Facilities Licensing …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/about-medicaid-children
… About Medicaid for Children Medicaid provides health coverage for children who meet certain … time, your child will need to be referred by a doctor to become eligible for the enhanced plan. Idaho Medicaid Health … Cessation Title IV-E Foster Care (includes ages up to 26) Vision (vision services) Weight loss X-rays Children's …
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/providers/idaho-time-sensitive-emergency/education-and-resources
… Education and Resources Do you have an upcoming community event? Need help announcing your training … Pregnancy Education Series - The Maternal and Child Health Program and Idaho Perinatal Quality Collaborative are … for each session by clicking the titles below: June 3rd, 2026 - Perinatal Care for Emergency Department Teams …
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/providers/idaho-bureau-emergency-medical-services/ems-grants
… webinars are offered to help applicants and awardees become familiar with the application submission and subgrant processes. These webinars provide an opportunity for … Process Webinar is Scheduled for Wednesday, 07/29/2026 - 7:00PM MT Awardees are encouraged to attend. Those who …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/early-periodic-screening-diagnostic-and-treatment-epsdt
… the limits of the Idaho Medicaid plan. The EPSDT benefit is provided to ensure physical conditions or mental illnesses, … the federal Medicaid law, then it is coverable under EPSDT. Companies who provide these services to children enrolled in … regarding these services, please contact us: 1 (855) 233-6262 Visit MCNA Dental Early and Periodic Screening, …
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/services-programs/211
… Welcome to 211 The 211 Idaho CareLine is a free, statewide … community information and referral service, and is a program of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Our … housing, mental health, and more. Simply dial 211 or 800-926-2588 or text 898211 to be connected to a 211 community …
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/providers/idaho-bureau-emergency-medical-services/idaho-state-medical-director
… the Bureau regarding clinical matters. This includes protocols, scope of practice, and licensure investigations. … sensitive emergencies (TSE) council and the EMS advisory committee (EMSAC). On This Page For more detailed … Clinical Updates DEA Rule Changes - Effective March 09, 2026 The DEA has released new EMS specific rules for …
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/contact-us
… Email ChildSupport@dhw.idaho.gov 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine Community resources, child care questions, COVID-19 questions, and more. Dial 2-1-1, 800-926-2588, or visit the URL below. Phone 800-926-2588 URL … ChildCare@dhw.idaho.gov Developmental Disabilities Program, Adult 208-364-1825 or 866-702-5212 Developmental …