– The Florida governor signed the Freedom First budget on June 2, 2022, providing over $600 million in funding to increase the minimum wage for employees of Medicaid providers to at least $15 an hour.
– Medicaid providers reimbursed under fee-for-service schedules are required to pay covered employees at least $15 per hour.
– Nursing homes must pay their entire staff a minimum of $15 an hour.
– Providers must sign a Medicaid Provider Supplemental Wage Agreement by October 1, 2022, and failing to do so will result in recoupment of funds and potential civil action from employees.
– Employees may bring civil action against the provider if they believe the employer is not paying the required $15 per hour minimum, with the possibility of back pay, liquidated damages, and attorney’s fees.
– Medicaid providers should contact their attorney for guidance on application of the Law to their workforce.
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