Medicaid Home Modifications in Georgia: How to Qualify & What's Covered (2026)

Can Medicaid Pay for Home Modifications in Georgia?

Yes. Georgia's Medicaid program offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can cover the cost of home modifications for qualifying individuals. These modifications help people remain in their homes instead of moving to nursing facilities — which saves Medicaid money and improves quality of life.

Georgia Medicaid Waivers That Cover Home Modifications

1. Community Care Services Program (CCSP)

• Who qualifies: Adults 65+ or adults with disabilities who meet nursing home level of care
• What's covered: Environmental modifications including ramps, grab bars, widened doorways, bathroom modifications
• Annual cap: Typically $10,000–$15,000 for modifications
• Administered by: Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH)

2. NOW/COMP Waivers (New Options Waiver / Comprehensive Supports Waiver)

• Who qualifies: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
• What's covered: Environmental accessibility adaptations (EAAs) including ramps, lifts, roll-in showers
• Cap: $15,000 per modification project

3. Independent Care Waiver Program (ICWP)

• Who qualifies: Adults 21-64 with physical disabilities
• What's covered: Personal emergency response systems, home modifications for accessibility

Common Modifications Covered by Georgia Medicaid

• ✅ Wheelchair ramps (aluminum or wood)
• ✅ Grab bar installation
• ✅ Walk-in tub or roll-in shower conversion
• ✅ Door widening (32"–36" clearance)
• ✅ Threshold removal or lowering
• ✅ Non-slip flooring
• ✅ Handrail installation
• ✅ Lever-style door handles and faucets

How to Apply: Step-by-Step

1. Contact Georgia Medicaid: Call 1-866-322-4260 or visit the Georgia Gateway portal
2. Get assessed: A case manager will evaluate your functional needs and determine level of care
3. Receive waiver approval: If approved, you'll be assigned a waiver slot
4. Get contractor estimates: Your case manager will need written estimates from a licensed contractor
5. Approval & installation: Once the modification plan is approved, construction begins

Important Tips for Georgia Applicants

• Waitlists exist: CCSP and NOW/COMP waivers often have waitlists. Apply as early as possible
• Use a licensed contractor: Medicaid requires that all work be performed by licensed, insured professionals
• Document everything: Keep medical records, prescriptions, and assessments organized
• Combine funding sources: You can use Medicaid alongside VA grants or personal funds for larger projects

Delightful Services: Your Medicaid-Approved Contractor

We've completed dozens of Medicaid-funded home modification projects across Georgia. We understand the documentation requirements, timelines, and inspection protocols. We provide free estimates formatted for Medicaid submissions.

Request your free Medicaid estimate or call (470) 888-2724.