Expanding PACE Programs
We help state Medicaid agencies plan and implement Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly expansion strategies that improve access to coordinated care while supporting long-term program sustainability. Our PACE consulting services include market assessments, operational readiness, provider evaluation, financial analysis, and oversight planning to help states expand PACE programs in alignment with broader Medicaid and long-term services and supports goals.
Helping States Grow PACE Thoughtfully & Sustainably
For states with existing Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) programs, expansion can create meaningful opportunities to increase access, strengthen long-term services and supports (LTSS), and serve additional eligible populations in community settings. Expansion may include entering new geographic regions, increasing enrollment capacity, adding new PACE organizations, or refining existing program structures.
Growth also requires careful planning. States must evaluate market readiness, participant demand, provider capacity, financial sustainability, regulatory requirements, and alignment with broader Medicaid delivery systems. We support state Medicaid agencies in planning and executing PACE expansion strategies through independent analysis, implementation support, and oversight planning that helps programs grow responsibly and perform effectively.
Informed PACE Expansion
PACE expansion decisions involve more than adding sites or service areas. Successful growth depends on balancing access goals with operational readiness and long-term sustainability.
We support agencies in:
States often begin expansion planning by determining where the PACE model can be most effective.
We assist agencies through:
Our work helps states prioritize expansion opportunities that align with policy goals and operational realities.
Expansion may involve new PACE organizations, additional centers, or broader service areas. States must ensure organizations are prepared to meet program requirements and participant needs.
We support agencies through:
PACE expansion must be financially sustainable for both the state and participating organizations.
We assist with:
States can access federal guidance on PACE state responsibilities and rate-setting considerations through Medicaid resources.
As PACE programs expand, oversight responsibilities also increase. States need scalable monitoring approaches that protect participants and support accountability.
We support agencies with:
Integrated with Broader LTSS Strategy
PACE expansion should be considered within the broader continuum of care, including HCBS, nursing facility services, and managed care delivery systems. We help states evaluate how PACE growth complements:
Why Agencies Hire Myers & Stauffer
Our work is grounded in independence and exclusive focus on government-sponsored programs.
Myers & Stauffer:
We help state Medicaid agencies expand PACE programs through practical planning, objective analysis, and scalable oversight strategies—supporting growth that improves access while maintaining accountability, quality, and long-term program success.
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Jared Duzan, CFE
Principal
Email: jduzan@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-409-4194
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