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Consumer Direct Care Network Washington (CDWA): The Complete 2026 Guide to IP Hiring, Payroll, and DSHS Compliance

"Consumer Direct Care Network Washington (CDWA) serves as the dedicated Consumer Direct Employer (CDE) for the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Under this system, CDWA operates as the administrative employer of record for over 50,000 Individual Providers (IPs) offering in-home care to Medicaid beneficiaries and state-funded clients across all 39 Washington counties. This governance framework separates administrative employment responsibilities from daily care supervision. While CDWA manages legal compliance, tax reporting, payroll, and background checks, the care recipient (or their designated representative) r..."

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