Use Medicaid agencies to find potential business contracts in the Medicaid field During tough economic times, business owners face the challenge of finding ongoing contracts. Medicaid agencies help bridge the gap between qualified employees looking for jobs in their field and employers needing to fill crucial positions.

I recommend:  Medicaid's state by state descriptions and plans gives contact information for each state's Medicaid programs and agencies. Also try the National Association of State Medicaid Directors for links to your state.

Keep up with requirements for licensing through state Medicaid agencies Medicaid requirements keep business owners on their toes when it comes to keeping Medicaid certification. Checking updates regularly means getting the most from your relationship with Medicaid for your business and your customers.

I recommend:  Visit Families USA, a health advocacy organization, or CMS, the Center for Medicaid Services, for up to date information on changes to programs and requirements.

Get information about Medicaid approved services for children from local Medicaid agencies Proving Medicaid services for children is a unique niche and one with lots of rewards. After school care programs, nutrition services for low income families and help with educational issues all mean improved services for kids and an ongoing relationship with local Medicaid agencies.

I recommend:  Visit Medicaid's Children's Health home page or HHS.gov Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for information of the types of children's services approved for Medicaid.