Easy-Pass Pathways
Easy-Pass Pathways - Start Here
22 NO METRICS pathways · Documentation-Driven Only · No Clinical Evidence Required
Universal Documentation Package
Build once, use everywhere. Step 1: Functional need. Step 2: Reduces supervision burden. Step 3: Supports caregiver, does not replace. Documents: 1-page justification · Quote/invoice · Optional doctor note · Caregiver story.
Build once, use everywhere. Step 1: Functional need. Step 2: Reduces supervision burden. Step 3: Supports caregiver, does not replace. Documents: 1-page justification · Quote/invoice · Optional doctor note · Caregiver story.
Tier 1 - Same Week
| Pathway | Type | Speed | Notes | Brief |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSA / FSA | Tax Benefit | Days | Own It purchase with LMN is the cleanest fit. | Brief 01 |
| Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA) | Employer Benefit | Days | Monthly rental can fit recurring dependent-care reimbursement. | Brief 01 |
| VA PCAFC Caregiver Stipend | Veterans | 0 days | Unrestricted stipend cash, no new approval needed. | Brief 08 |
| VSO Grants (American Legion, VFW, DAV) | Veterans Charity | 1-2 weeks | Small, fast grants with simple justification. | Brief 08 |
Tier 2 - 2-4 Weeks
| Pathway | Jurisdiction | Notes | Brief |
|---|---|---|---|
| State AT Program - MD | Maryland | Functional limitation documentation only. | Brief 05 |
| State AT Program - DC | Washington DC | Fast AT grant or loan route. | Brief 05 |
| Virginia AT Program (TTAP) | Virginia | Device loans and grants. | Brief 05 |
| TechOWL | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania AT Act program. | Brief 05 |
| PA OPTIONS Program | Pennsylvania | Aging-related state support. | Brief 05 |
| PA Older Adult Daily Living | Pennsylvania | Small but easy older-adult support route. | Brief 05 |
| NYSOFA / NY Office for the Aging | New York | Strongest national AI companion precedent. | Brief 07 |
| Local Alzheimer's Chapter Family Grants | National | Small grant route with minimal process. | Brief 07 |
Tier 3 - 4-8 Weeks
| Pathway | Jurisdiction | Notes | Brief |
|---|---|---|---|
| VA Aid & Attendance Pension | National | Own It often fits cleanly within one month of the supplement. | Brief 08 |
| LTC Insurance - Alternate Plan of Care | Any | Best framed as lower-cost alternative to caregiver hours. | Brief 02 |
Tier 4 - 4-8 Weeks Medicaid
| Pathway | Jurisdiction | Notes | Brief |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC Services My Way | Washington DC | Eldercare Robotics is not enrolled with DC Medicaid and has no active application. Families may ask their support broker about assistive-technology options under their plan. Contact us at info@eldercarerobotics.net | Brief 04 |
| Virginia CCC Plus - AT Category | Virginia | Assistive Technology category under the CCC Plus Waiver for device purchase. Enrollment confirmed. Prior authorization through the member's MCO (Aetna, Anthem, Humana, Sentara, or UHC). Virginia CDS / FMS is attendant-payroll only and is not used for Luka device purchase. Contact us before initiating. | Brief 03 |
| NY CDPAP | New York | Consumer-directed model with strong state precedent. | Brief 07 |
| PA CHC Participant Direction | Pennsylvania | Largest market; service coordinator must be engaged early. | Brief 06 |
| VA Veteran-Directed Care | National | Worth exploring where veteran-directed care budgets are active. | Brief 08 |
Tier 5 - 6-12 Weeks
| Pathway | Jurisdiction | Notes | Brief |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland CFC (1915k) / Self-Direction | Maryland | Maryland Medicaid has no provider type for technology manufacturers (ePREP applications withdrawn June 27, 2026). Assistive technology may be requested through an existing enrolled provider or support planner; a Luka demonstration unit has been available through the Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP) since July 2026. | Brief 09 |
| Virginia CCC Plus Waiver (AT) | Virginia | Same AT coverage pathway shown above, presented here as the slower system-based waiver authorization route. | Brief 03 |
| PA HCBS Waivers | Pennsylvania | Slower, but large annual budgets. | Brief 06 |