Tests used must be norm referenced, standardized, age appropriate and specific to tine tinerapy provided. The following list of tests is not all-inclusive. When using a test not listed here, the provider must include additional documentation to support the reliability and validity of the test. This additional information will be used as reference information if the chart is ever selected by Medicaid for review. An explanation of why a test from the approved list could not be used to evaluate the child must also be included. The MMY is the standard reference to determine the reliability and validity of the test(s) administered in an evaluation. Providers should refer to the MMY tor additional information regarding specific tests.
DEFINITIONS:
STANDARD: Evaluations that are used to determine deficits.
SUPPLEMENTAL: Evaluations that are used to justify deficits and support other results. These should not "stand alone."
CLINICAL OBSERVATIONS: All clinical observations are supplemental but should be included with every evaluation, especially if standard scores do not qualify the child for therapy. It will be considered when reviewing for medical necessity.
NOTE: The PEDI can also be used for older children whose functional
abilities fall below that expected of a 71/2 year old with no disabilities. If this is the case, the scaled score is the most appropriate score to consider.
Tests used must be norm referenced, standardized, age appropriate and specific to tine tinerapy provided. The following list of tests is not all-inclusive. When using a test not listed here, the provider must include additional documentation to support the reliability and validity of the test. This additional information will be used as reference information if the chart is ever selected by Medicaid for review. An explanation of why a test from the approved list could not be used to evaluate the child must also be included. The MMY is the standard reference to determine the reliability and validity of the test(s) administered in an evaluation. Providers should refer to the MMY tor additional information regarding specific tests.
Assessment of Persons Profoundly or Severely Impaired
Tests used must be norm referenced, standardized, age appropriate and specific to tine tinerapy provided. The following list of tests is not all-inclusive. When using a test not listed here, the provider must include additional documentation to support the reliability and validity of the test. This additional information will be used as reference information if the chart is ever selected by Medicaid for review. An explanation of why a test from the approved list could not be used to evaluate the child must also be included. The MMY is the standard reference to determine the reliability and validity of the test(s) administered in an evaluation. Providers should refer to the MMY tor additional information regarding specific tests.
016.06.07 Ark. Code R. 016