HomeMy WebLinkAboutIdaho_BAC_APPLICATIONNovember 2025
Idaho Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) Application
Your voice matters. Consider applying to the BAC to help shape the future of Idaho Medicaid.
What is the Beneficiary Advisory Council?
The Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) is a group of current Medicaid beneficiaries and family members/caregivers
that provide guidance, feedback, and recommendations to the Idaho Medicaid program. The BAC gives advice to
the Medicaid Director on how to improve Idaho Medicaid benefits and services. The BAC members share their
experiences, discuss what works, what doesn’t, and suggest changes. The BAC members get compensation for
time attending meetings, and travel reimbursement to help them participate.
Is the BAC related to the Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC)?
Yes. The MAC is a group of healthcare providers, state and community organizations, managed care plans, and
others that also work to advise the Idaho Medicaid program on policies and program improvements, just like the
BAC. Each group has its own meetings and leadership, but both advise the Idaho Medicaid program. Some BAC
members will also be elected to be part of the MAC. The BAC shares beneficiary concerns: the MAC uses that
input, along with other ideas, to advise Idaho Medicaid. The quarterly MAC meetings are right after the BAC
meetings (same day) and BAC members are paid for their time attending the MAC, too.
What to Know About Being a Council Member: Who Can Apply?
• Members are appointed by the Medicaid Director
• Members are asked to attend four meetings each year
• Members serve a three-year term
To apply and be eligible for the BAC, you are:
• A current Medicaid beneficiary, or
• A family member/caregiver of a Medicaid beneficiary
What do BAC Members do?
• Attend four, two-hour quarterly meetings each year (in-person or online)
• Share their experiences with Idaho Medicaid staff and the MAC
• Give feedback on services, policies, and changes
Who Can Join?
We encourage current Medicaid beneficiaries and their family members/caregivers to consider applying. The BAC
is interested in having people from the following Medicaid eligibility groups:
• Family Members/Caregivers representing children
(under age 19) or children with complex care needs
• Adults (ages 19 – 64)
• Seniors or adults with physical disabilities
• Pregnant Wome
• People with both Medicaid & Medicare
• People with Developmental Disabilities
Why Apply?
• Share ideas and feedback about Medicaid benefits, services, and rules
• Talk about changes that could make the program better for members
• Help Idaho Medicaid understand what is most important to people who use the program
How to Apply
1. Complete the BAC Application (page two of this document)
2. Send it to: MCAC@dhw.idaho.gov
3. Applications are reviewed by the BAC, and sent to the Medicaid Director for approval
4. The Medicaid Director makes the final decision to appoint an applicant
5. If appointed, the applicant receives a letter from the Medicaid Director
Questions? Contact MCAC@dhw.idaho.gov
November 2025
Idaho Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) Application
The Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) is a group of current Medicaid beneficiaries and family members or
caregivers of Medicaid beneficiaries. The BAC gives advice to Idaho Medicaid about how to improve the program.
Please complete the following fields. For help or questions on this application, email MCAC@dhw.idaho.gov.
Applicant Information
Name: Organization (if applicable):
Address:
City:State:Zip:
Phone Number:Email:
Which of the following best describes you? Please select one.
☐I am a current Medicaid beneficiary.
☐I am a family member or a caregiver of current Medicaid beneficiary.
Describe your connection with the Idaho Medicaid program:
Which group or groups best describe you or your family member’s Medicaid coverage? (Check all that
apply)
☐Family Members/Caregivers
representing children (under age 19) or
☐Adults (ages 19 – 64)☐Seniors or people with disabilities
☐People with Developmental Disabilities ☐Pregnant Women ☐People with both Medicaid & Medicare
What do you hope to get out of participating on this Council? Why are you interested in joining?
Please send your completed application (this form) to MCAC@dhw.idaho.gov. You can also include a short
biography (optional). The council reviews applications during quarterly meetings and sends recommendations to
the Medicaid Director. By signing below, you agree the information you provide is correct. The process can take
three to six months. If you are appointed, you will receive a letter from the Medicaid Director. All applicants will be
notified of the decision.
Signature Date