MICHIGAN
Aetna Better Health of Michigan
MI Health Link Self Determination Option
PROGRAMS FOR
Aging (Adult)
Physical Disability (Adult)
IMPORTANT PROGRAM NOTICES
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Overview
This program helps people with the elderly and adults with disabilities who have difficulty with three or more of the following: taking care of themselves, understanding and expressing themselves using words, learning, decision-making, being able to live without help, and moving around.
If you qualify, you will be able to:
Participants can
Be in charge, but also have help and support available when you need it.
Establish work evaluation criteria for each employee
Manage your monthly authorization using reports provided by Public Partnerships
Determine your workers’ schedules and tasks so you’re choosing how and when services are delivered to you
Find, hire, manage, and dismiss your careworkers.
Use BetterOnline or Time4Care to review, approve, and submit your careworker’s timesheets.
Services include
Payroll – We process payroll for your careworker using money from your budget.
Employment tax requirements – We handle all employment-related taxes for you, including federal, state, local, and unemployment.
Monthly budget management – We help you keep your spending on track.
Enrollment support – We help you and your careworker with enrollment and training.
Customer service – Our friendly and professional customer service agents are available five days a week to help you with any questions.
Service reports – With our reports you’ll always have a clear picture of the services you’ve received.
How to get started
Are you wondering if self-direction is right for you or your loved one?
Time4Care™
Both participants (employers) and caregivers (employees) have lots of timekeeping to do when working in a self-direction program.
Time4Care is our highly rated mobile solution for Apple and Android smart devices.
Reminders to submit timesheets
Timesheet submission and approval alerts
Timesheet error checking
Offline time entry
Simple calendar interface
Privacy features
Documentation
Instant timesheet approval
Works right in the MyAccount/BetterOnline portal
BetterOnline™
Better Online is a web-based app that keeps you organized and gives you the tools and info you need to manage your self-direction journey. Handle timesheets, check how much you spend each month, and get answers when you need them. It’s easy to use and available from any internet-connected device.
Log in
Select the system to go to the login page.
Time4Care™
Log time and review, approve, and submit timesheets with ease.
Learn more about the benefits of Time4Care
Download on App Store Download on Google PlayFill out, approve, and submit timesheets, complete enrollment paperwork, and run reports
Program Documents
FILTER DOCUMENTS
Referral & Enrollment Process
Authorized Representative Declaration ( 151) Existing Employer Identification Number Process IRS Form W-4 IRS Form W-4 (Spanish) Mi HL Employee Packet (2022) New Provider Enrollment Power Of Attorney (1488) Provider Separation From Employment Form USCIS Form I 9 Instructions, Spanish (FOR REFERENCE ONLY) USCIS Form I 9, Spanish (FOR REFERENCE ONLY) USCIS Form I-9 USCIS Form I-9 InstructionsTime4Care™
Time4care Member Instructions Time4care Provider Instructions Time4care Smartphone ApplicationProcedures & Information
Actions For Caregivers Of Older Adults Cost To Your Budget 2022 Essential Worker Communication Independent Provider Rate Change Form MI PDO Program Contact Info Program Infomation Packet Program Rules Roles And ResponsibilitiesPayroll Documents
Direct Deposit Setup MI Aetna Pay Schedule 2024 MI HEALTH LINK Self-Determination Service Codes MI W-4 Form Paper Timesheet Paper Timesheet InstructionsBetterOnline™
How Do I Sign Up To Use The Web Portal How Does a Member or Employer Approve A Timesheet How Does a Provider Submit an Electronic Timesheet Web Portal Service Type Descriptions Web Portal Timesheet Status DefinitionsMyAccount
IRS Form W-4 2022Trainings & How to Guides
Workers Compensation Reference GuideContact Information
Customer Service Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8am – 6pm | EST
Customer Service / General Questions:
1-855-388-4097
Email:
mihealthlink@pplfirst.com
For Work Related Injuries:
1-800-804-9382