Accessing Medicaid home health care services in New York State has become more challenging since September 2025. The state introduced a new scoring system ( Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in NYIA to assess eligibility, making the process stricter and more complex. This change affects many individuals who rely on Medicaid for in-home care support. Understanding the new system is essential for applicants, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to navigate the process eff