HOME DELIVERY MEALS SERVICES PROVIDER IN MICHIGAN
- Fatumata Kaba
- Jul 27
- 3 min read
SUPPORTING INDIVIDUALS WITH NUTRITIONAL NEEDS THROUGH HOME-DELIVERED MEALS
Home Delivery Meals Services in Michigan are designed to support individuals with disabilities, older adults, and those with chronic conditions by providing nutritious meals directly to their homes. These services are authorized under the Michigan Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid Waivers and must follow protocols set by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
1. GOVERNING AGENCIES
Agency: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
Role: Oversees provider enrollment, service authorization, and Medicaid compliance.
Agency: Michigan Medicaid Agency
Role: Handles Medicaid provider enrollment and reimbursement for Home Delivery Meals Services.
Agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Role: Provides federal oversight and ensures compliance with HCBS waiver rules.
2. SERVICE OVERVIEW
Home Delivery Meals Services provide individuals with nutritious, prepared meals delivered directly to their homes. These services ensure that individuals who are unable to cook or shop for groceries receive balanced, diet-appropriate meals according to their care plan.
Approved providers may deliver:
Meal planning and dietary consultation to meet individual needs.
Preparation and packaging of meals based on nutritional guidelines.
Delivery of meals to the client’s residence.
Monitoring of meal acceptance and dietary satisfaction.
Documentation of meal deliveries and client feedback.
3. LICENSING & PROVIDER APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites:
Register your business with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
Obtain an EIN from the IRS and NPI (Type 2).
Maintain a physical office or food preparation site in Michigan.
Comply with food safety and hygiene regulations (e.g., ServSafe certification).
Hire staff trained in food preparation, dietary guidelines, and safe delivery practices.
Implement a system for tracking meal preparation and delivery.
4. PROVIDER ENROLLMENT PROCESS
Initial Interest and Application:
Request the Home Delivery Meals Provider Application Packet from MDHHS.
Submit a business and service plan outlining meal preparation, delivery logistics, and safety measures.
Include procedures for dietary assessment and client satisfaction tracking.
Background & Credentialing:
Background checks for staff involved in food preparation or delivery.
Verification of food handling certifications and compliance with safety protocols.
Program Readiness Review:
Demonstrate the ability to manage dietary planning and meal preparation.
Establish protocols for safe and hygienic meal packaging and delivery.
5. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Articles of Incorporation or LLC Certificate.
IRS EIN Letter.
NPI confirmation.
Lease or proof of food preparation site in Michigan.
MDHHS-Compliant Policy & Procedure Manual including:
Food safety and sanitation standards.
Dietary planning and meal customization protocols.
Delivery tracking and client feedback systems.
Financial tracking and client meal logs.
6. STAFFING REQUIREMENTS
Role: Program Director
Requirements: Experience in food service management and community nutrition.
Role: Meal Delivery Coordinator
Requirements: Certification in food handling and experience in meal delivery logistics.
All staff must complete:
MDHHS orientation and HCBS Waiver training.
Annual food safety, sanitation, and dietary guidelines training.
Confidentiality, ethics, and client interaction training.
7. MEDICAID WAIVER SERVICES
Michigan Medicaid Waivers that authorize Home Delivery Meals Services include:
MI Choice Waiver
Habilitation Supports Waiver
Children’s Waiver Program
Approved providers may deliver:
Customized meal plans
Daily or weekly meal deliveries
Dietary consultation and monitoring
8. TIMELINE TO LAUNCH
Phase: Business Formation
Timeline: 0–1 week
Phase: MDHHS Application Review
Timeline: 60–90 days
Phase: Food Safety and Compliance Preparation
Timeline: 30–60 days
Phase: Medicaid Enrollment
Timeline: 60–90 days
9. CONTACT INFORMATION
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) – Division of Long-Term Care Services
Email: ltcprovider@michigan.gov
Phone: (517) 335-1980
Website: MDHHS Website
Michigan Medicaid Agency – Waiver Services
Website: Michigan Medicaid

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We support new providers through every step of launching Home Delivery Meals services under Michigan’s HCBS waiver programs.
SCOPE OF WORK:
Business formation (LLC, EIN, NPI)
MDHHS provider application and compliance guidance
Policy & Procedure Manual development
Food safety training and meal preparation protocols
Medicaid enrollment and billing setup
Website, domain, and email setup
Client admission packet
Marketing and advertising materials
Operational training
Compliance and regulatory support
Quality assurance programs
Marketing and client acquisition strategies
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