Section 129.01 - General Provisions(1)Scope, Purpose, and Effective Date. 101 CMR 129.00 governs the payment rates for all care and services provided to publicly-aided patients by Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) operated by the Department of Developmental Services. 101 CMR 129.00 shall be effective July 1, 2013.(2)Disclaimer and Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 129.00 is neither authorization for nor approval of the program of health care and services included within 101 CMR 129.00. Governmental units that purchase health care and services under 101 CMR 129.00 are responsible for the definition, authorization, and approval of programs of care and services provided by health care facilities subject to 101 CMR 129.00.(3)Authority. 101 CMR 129.00 is adopted pursuant to M.G.L. c.118E.