How to Apply for the GAPP Program in Georgia: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re the parent or guardian of a medically fragile child in Georgia, navigating support programs like GAPP can feel confusing and overwhelming. You may be wondering:
“Where do I even begin?”
At Miralta Home Care, we help families across Atlanta, Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, and surrounding counties apply for GAPP every day. This guide breaks down exactly how to get started, step by step.
What Is GAPP? (Quick Overview)
The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Medicaid-funded service that provides free, in-home nursing or personal care to children with complex medical needs.
To learn more about GAPP and who qualifies, read our previous post here.
What You’ll Need to Apply for GAPP
Before starting your application, here’s what you’ll typically need:
Your child’s Medicaid ID number
(If your child isn’t on Medicaid yet, you may qualify through the Katie Beckett Waiver)Recent medical records showing the child’s diagnosis
A Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from your child’s physician
Contact information for your child’s primary care doctor or specialist
Don’t worry, we help families gather all of this.
Who Can Help You Apply?
You don’t have to apply for GAPP on your own.
Trusted partners like:
Home health agencies (like Miralta)
Your child’s pediatrician
Social workers or hospital discharge coordinators
…can help you complete and submit the application.
At Miralta, we take care of the entire submission process for you.
Step-by-Step: How the GAPP Application Process Works
Step 1: Schedule a Consultation
Start by booking a free consultation with a GAPP-approved provider. We’ll walk you through eligibility and help collect the required information.
👉 Book a consultation with Miralta →
Step 2: Gather Medical Documentation
You’ll need records confirming your child’s diagnosis and care needs, such as tracheostomy, seizure disorder, or developmental delay.
We’ll request these directly from your physician, if needed.
Step 3: Get the Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN)
Your child’s doctor must fill out an LMN explaining:
The child’s condition
Why in-home care is needed
What level of care is recommended
We coordinate this step with your provider.
Step 4: We Submit Your Application to GAPP
Our team handles all paperwork and submission through Georgia’s system. We keep you updated every step of the way.
Step 5: Wait for Approval
GAPP typically reviews and responds within 2–4 weeks.
Once approved, we’ll match you with a pediatric nurse and schedule your child’s in-home care services.
What Happens After Approval?
Your child is assigned a number of care hours per week based on their needs
You’ll work with Miralta to build a personalized care plan
We’ll visit regularly to ensure everything is running smoothly
GAPP will conduct periodic reviews to ensure continued eligibility
Need Help Applying for GAPP? Let’s Talk.
Whether you’re in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Clayton, or anywhere in metro Atlanta, we’re here to help.
We know how to:
Confirm eligibility
Handle documentation
Submit your application
And match your child with the right nurse
