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Idaho Assistive Technology Services Policy Manual

Idaho Assistive Technology Services Policy Manual

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The Idaho Assistive Technology Services Policy Manual provides a comprehensive framework for operating state-certified agencies delivering assistive technology services to individuals with disabilities in Idaho. This manual aligns with the Idaho Administrative Code (IDAPA 16.03.10), Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver requirements, and federal standards under the Assistive Technology Act and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It ensures compliance with state and federal regulations for the provision, customization, and maintenance of assistive technology designed to enhance independence, communication, mobility, and overall quality of life.
The manual is designed to guide agencies in delivering services that support individuals in accessing and utilizing assistive technology to overcome functional limitations. It establishes policies for service delivery, agency certification, staff qualifications, participant rights, and quality assurance.
Key Components:
  • Certification Standards:
    • Details the requirements for agency certification, including initial approval, renewal processes, and compliance with IDAPA regulations.
    • Defines standards for maintaining high-quality assistive technology services, including monitoring and reporting requirements.
 
  • Scope of Services:
    • Outlines assistive technology services such as assessment, procurement, customization, installation, training on device usage, maintenance, and repair.
  • Assessment and Individualized Plans:
    • Develop Individualized Technology Plans (ITPs) specifying the type of equipment required, training needs for usage, and strategies for integration into daily living.
  • Participant Rights:
    • Policies emphasize participants' rights to access appropriate assistive technology without discrimination.
  • Staff Qualifications:
    • Establishes minimum qualifications for professionals involved in assessment, installation, training, and maintenance of assistive technology.
  • Safety and Emergency Preparedness:
    • Policies include protocols for responding to equipment malfunctions or emergencies related to device use.
  • Administrative Requirements:
    • Includes recordkeeping policies requiring agencies to maintain detailed participant records documenting assessments, service delivery, equipment specifications, maintenance schedules, incidents, and complaints.
    • Establishes standards for reporting data on participant outcomes to state agencies.
  • Funding and Reimbursement:
    • Provides guidelines on Medicaid reimbursement processes for assistive technology services.
    • Includes procedures for submitting claims and obtaining prior authorization for high-cost items.
  • Quality Assurance:
    • Includes procedures for conducting regular audits, evaluating participant satisfaction, and addressing deficiencies in service delivery or equipment functionality.
This policy manual serves as an essential resource for agencies delivering assistive technology services in Idaho. It supports providers in enhancing participants’ independence through access to innovative devices while ensuring compliance with state certification standards and promoting safety and satisfaction.
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