Implementing PACE Programs
We provide Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly implementation consulting to help state Medicaid agencies successfully design, launch, and oversee their programs. Our team supports every stage of implementation, including strategic planning, operational readiness, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid coordination, payment administration, stakeholder engagement, and ongoing program oversight. By aligning PACE implementation with broader Medicaid and long-term services and supports goals, we help agencies build sustainable programs that expand access to comprehensive, coordinated care for older adults.
Turning PACE Strategy into Operational Reality
Once a state decides to pursue the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) model, successful implementation requires coordinated planning, clear governance, operational readiness, and alignment with federal and state requirements. Launching a PACE program involves more than policy approval, it requires building the structures needed to support enrollment, oversight, payment administration, and long-term program success.
State Medicaid agencies play a central role in guiding implementation, coordinating with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS), establishing state requirements, engaging stakeholders, and preparing for ongoing administration.
Myers & Stauffer supports state agencies through every phase of PACE implementation, providing independent, objective assistance that helps translate strategy into a successful operational program.
Support for States Implementing PACE
Launching a PACE program requires careful coordination across policy, operations, financing, and stakeholder engagement. Our team partners with state Medicaid agencies throughout the implementation lifecycle, helping translate program goals into practical, sustainable implementation strategies. From early planning through program launch and ongoing oversight, we provide the expertise needed to support a successful implementation while aligning with CMS requirements and broader Medicaid objectives.
Early implementation decisions shape long-term program performance.
We help states establish implementation frameworks that align with policy goals, operational capacity, and regulatory requirements, including:
PACE implementation requires coordination across federal and state processes, including readiness expectations and ongoing compliance responsibilities.
We support agencies with:
States may use different approaches to establish new PACE organizations or expand availability.
We assist agencies in structuring and managing processes such as:
PACE implementation requires sound financial structures and clear administrative processes.
We support states in preparing for:
Before launch, states must confirm that participating organizations are prepared to serve members safely and effectively.
We help agencies assess readiness across areas such as:
Program launch often requires clear communication with beneficiaries, providers, advocates, and partner agencies.
We support implementation through:
The first months of implementation are critical to long-term success.
We assist agencies with:
Connected to Broader LTSS Strategy
PACE implementation is most effective when aligned with a state’s broader long-term services and supports (LTSS) strategy. Because PACE intersects with multiple areas of Medicaid delivery, we help states coordinate implementation with home and community-based services, Medicaid managed care programs, dual eligible integration initiatives, nursing facility diversion strategies, and broader program transformation and readiness review efforts. This integrated approach helps create a more coordinated, sustainable system of care for older adults with complex needs.
Why Agencies Hire Myers & Stauffer
Myers & Stauffer works exclusively with government-sponsored health and human services programs.
We do not contract with providers or PACE organizations, allowing us to support states with independent, conflict-free guidance focused on effective program implementation and public accountability.
Implementing PACE requires disciplined execution, thoughtful oversight, and practical problem-solving.
We help state Medicaid agencies launch programs that are operationally sound, aligned with state goals, and positioned for long-term success.
Connect With Our Team
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Jared Duzan, CFE
Principal
Email: jduzan@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-409-4194
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