Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
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Department of Medical Assistance Services
 
Board
Board of Medical Assistance Services
 
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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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3/14/13  8:56 am
Commenter: Les Saltzberg, DBHDS

Assessments for Crisis Stabilization
 

DMAS currently requires an LMHP to do the initial assessment for intensive in home and MH Supports which from a clinical and risk stand point are less demanding than Crisis Stabilization. An LMHP or Certified Prescreener level assessment should be required for Crisis Stabilization before starting services.

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