Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
 
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Board of Medical Assistance Services
 
chapter
Amount, Duration, and Scope of Medical and Remedial Care and Services [12 VAC 30 ‑ 50]
Action 2011 Mental Health Services Program Changes for Appropriate Utilization & Provider Qualifications
Stage Proposed
Comment Period Ended on 4/12/2013
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2/14/13  7:35 am
Commenter: Kenneth Olson / Chesapeake Community Services Board

Mental Health Support Services
 

We reviewed the responses of the other CSB’s/BHA’s on the table and most of them address the concerns we identified at our CSB.  As with other CSB’s/BHA’s, the changes in reimbursement will significantly impact our revenue with a decrease of about 50%. We also have concerns that since the original definition of the service described MHSS as “training and support” and now the new definition describes it only as a “training service” that some of our individuals who receive this service will no longer be eligible.  We have individuals who live in the community but recovery/training has been slow or intermittent so support services are required as we continue to help these individuals maintain their independence.

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