MedicaidAdministrativeLow impact
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income Cost-of-living Adjustment Increases and Rebudgeting of Cases
SC Medicaid - SCDHHS·SC·Provider Communication
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Effective January 1, 2026, Social Security and SSI benefits increased by 2.8% COLA, requiring nursing facilities and community residential care facilities to update member cost of care information through specific forms (MSC002/MSC004). Maximum facility payments increased to $1,719 and personal needs allowances increased by $2.
Action Required
Nursing facilities: Complete and submit Form MSC002 or MSC002PNA indicating current level of care for impacted members to BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. CRCFs: Sign Form MSC004 (leave sections II A and B blank for COLA updates) and submit with monthly billing. Contact facility-specific liaisons for questions or assistance with forms.