NY CDPAP Transition Postponed to June: What You Need to Know

Here’s a straight‑forward update on New York’s CDPAP pause, the new June deadlines, and exactly what you need to do now to avoid a gap in care.

Under a federal judge’s order, the April 1 consolidation of 600+ local fiscal intermediaries into Public Partnerships LLC (PPL) has been halted by a TRO and preliminary injunction—giving consumers until May 15, 2025 to enroll and personal assistants until June 6, 2025 to finish onboarding—while ensuring caregivers stay paid by their prior FI until fully registered.

What’s Changed

• Pause & injunction: On March 31, Judge Frederic Block issued a TRO blocking the April 1 handoff; on April 10, the parties agreed to a preliminary injunction that formally pushes out deadlines into May and June.
• Extended pay protections: Caregivers (PAs) continue to be paid by their current FI until they complete PPL’s onboarding, preventing service or pay interruptions.
• Grace period replaced: The original 30‑day “grace period” (ending April 30) is superseded by the court‑negotiated deadlines, which offer clearer cut‑offs and legal cover.

New Deadlines to Remember

• Consumers must enroll with PPL by May 15, 2025
• Personal Assistants must register and complete all requirements by June 6, 2025
• After those dates, all CDPAP activity runs exclusively through PPL

Your Action Plan

For CDPAP Consumers (Patients & Families)

1. Enroll now. Don’t wait—call PPL or your facilitator today to start the May 15 process.
2. Confirm your PA’s status. Make sure your caregiver has begun PPL’s onboarding steps (W‑4, I‑9, health attestations, Time4Care setup).
3. Track your paperwork. Keep copies of enrollment confirmations and date‑stamped emails in case of system glitches.

For Personal Assistants (Caregivers)

• Finish onboarding with PPL by June 6: complete eligibility verification, enroll in Time4Care, and submit all required forms.
• Stay on your current payroll until you’re “fully onboarded” to PPL—your FI must keep paying you until your PPL hire date.
• Optional: Consider PCA certification as a hedge if you plan to work outside CDPAP later.

For Agencies & Fiscal Intermediaries

• Audit your roster. Flag any consumer or PA who hasn’t started PPL registration.
• Communicate deadlines. Send clear notices—by email, phone, or text—about the May 15/June 6 cut‑offs.
• Offer support sessions. Host drop‑in hours or call‑in clinics to help with PPL paperwork.
• Document every attempt. Log calls, emails, and fax confirmations to show due diligence if any disputes arise.

Watchouts & Risks

• Tech hiccups: Pennsylvania’s PPL rollout saw missed paychecks and data errors; assume similar glitches and have backup records.
• Legal challenges: Nearly a dozen lawsuits have aimed to delay or overturn the overhaul—stay updated on any further court orders.
• Capacity strains: LeadingAge NY warns that centralizing 250,000+ participants under one FI risks bottlenecks; escalate any enrollment delays immediately.
• Consumer pushback: Gothamist reports ongoing complaints from CDPAP users worried about pay disruptions and loss of personalized service.

Key Resources

• CDPAP transition hotline: 833‑947‑8666 (NYSDOH)
• Email support: StatewideFI@health.ny.gov
• NYLAG FAQs & updates: nylag.org/engesser

Bottom line: The court‑backed delay buys you six extra weeks—but only if you act now. Enroll by May 15, onboard by June 6, and keep every receipt. Anything less risks a break in pay or service.

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