Ala. Admin. Code r. 560-X-18-.18

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 02, November 27, 2024

Section 560-X-18-.18 - Reimbursement For NET

(1) Reimbursement for transportation services is furnished through an Electronic Benefit Transfer System (EBT) process wherein the recipient uses the reimbursement to purchase transportation. Non-emergency ambulance transportation is reimbursed fee for service.

(2) A tiered fee for transportation payment structure is utilized based upon factors such as: mileage; client's physical, mental or medical condition; whether the recipient is ambulatory or recumbent; prevailing rates in the region; availability of transportation resources; level of appropriate transportation required; and whether they are transported by a family member, commercial carrier, or ambulance transporter.

New Rule: Filed February 7, 1996; effective March 14, 1996. Amended: Filed August 11, 2010; effective September 15, 2010.

Author: Dorothy Powell, Associate Director, Non-Emergency Transportation Program

Statutory Authority: State Plan; 42 C.F.R. § 431.53; Title XIX, Social Security Act.