Independence Through the Comprehensive Supports Waiver - COMP

As it relates to home and community-based services (HCBS), the Comprehensive Supports Waiver stands as a transformative mechanism. It offers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) the opportunity to live fuller, more independent lives in the least restrictive settings possible. At Statewise, we view this waiver not just as a funding mechanism, but as a catalyst for personalized care, community integration, and meaningful choice.

What Is the Comprehensive Supports Waiver?

The Comprehensive Supports Waiver (often called “COMP”) is a Medicaid-funded HCBS waiver program designed to provide long-term services and supports to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities who would otherwise require institutional care. Offered through state Medicaid programs, the COMP Waiver helps individuals access services in their homes or community-based settings instead of intermediate care facilities (ICFs).

These services include residential supports, behavioral therapies, day habilitation, supported employment, respite care, assistive technologies, and case management. The ultimate goal? Supporting individuals in living independently and participating fully in society, while reducing reliance on institutional models of care.

A Gateway to Independence and Inclusion

At Statewise, we understand that the Comprehensive Supports Waiver is more than a policy instrument, it's a lifeline to dignity and autonomy. It enables people with IDD to:

• Choose their caregivers

• Live in homes, not institutions

• Pursue employment and educational opportunities

• Be active members of their communities

But as any provider knows, administering these services within the complex regulatory frameworks of state Medicaid programs can be daunting.

Why Providers Need Better Tools

Despite its promise, the COMP Waiver landscape can be complex for providers. Between eligibility requirements, individualized service planning, documentation standards, billing processes, and quality assurance reviews, the administrative burden can be overwhelming.

This is where Statewise steps in.

Our cloud-based software was purpose-built to simplify compliance, streamline operations, and empower providers to focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional care. For agencies supporting individuals under the Comprehensive Supports Waiver, our platform enables:

• Streamlined ISP (Individual Service Plan) documentation

• Accurate and automated Medicaid billing

• Real-time data for compliance and audits

• User-friendly mobile tools for direct support professionals

• Integrated communication tools across teams and services

The Statewise Commitment

We are proud to partner with providers across the country who are implementing the Comprehensive Supports Waiver to change lives. Whether you're serving individuals in Florida, Georgia, or beyond, Statewise offers the technology and insights you need to:

• Reduce errors and time spent on paperwork

• Meet state-specific requirements for documentation and billing

• Empower DSPs and clinicians with intuitive tools

• Enhance transparency with families and case managers

We don't just build software—we co-create solutions with the people who use them. Our team stays ahead of regulatory shifts and works hand-in-hand with providers to adapt and thrive in an evolving HCBS environment.

Looking Ahead

As demand grows for more person-centered, community-based care models, the Comprehensive Supports Waiver will continue to be a vital part of the disability services ecosystem. At Statewise, we believe that when providers have the right tools, individuals with IDD can achieve lives filled with opportunity, self-determination, and joy.

The future of disability services isn’t institutional, it’s integrated, individualized, and innovative.

And it’s powered by Statewise.