Sources: Michael Levine, Massachusetts Medicaid exec, is sole nominee to lead S.F. Homeless Dept.
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Sources: Michael Levine, Massachusetts Medicaid exec, is sole nominee to lead S.F. Homeless Dept.
""They want some fresh take, fresh eyes on homelessness in San Francisco," a source familiar with the hiring process said, pointing to Levine's experience with Medicaid, a federal program that is a public health insurance plan for low-income residents and is called Medi-Cal in California."
"Levine's experience in the Medicaid system is likely seen as a plus. If he could fund homeless services through Medicaid and Medi-Cal - the federal waivers - the city could save on its general fund."
Michael Levine has been nominated to lead the city's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing. The Homelessness Oversight Commission discussed candidates in a closed session, with Levine being the only nominee. His approval is expected due to the majority of commissioners being mayoral appointees. Levine's background in Medicaid is viewed positively, as it may allow for funding homeless services through federal programs, potentially saving city funds. The current department head, Shireen McSpadden, is set to depart in June.
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