Study Examines the Economic Impact of NOW/COMP Waivers

Study Examines the Economic Impact of NOW/COMP Waivers

May 4, 2026 · 3 min

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This episode discusses a study on the economic impact of NOW/COMP Waivers for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Georgia.

The Georgia Healthcare Policy Center (GHPC) at Georgia State University is researching whether the money spent on services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) is worth it. This is also known as the return on investment, or ROI. These services are funded through NOW/COMP Waivers. The study aims to show lawmakers and the public the real benefits of this funding, both direct and indirect, so they can better understand why these services are important. T...

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