Section 432.01 - General Provisions(1)Scope. 101 CMR 432.00 governs the payment rates for certain lead agency services purchased by governmental units, including the Department of Children and Families.(2)Applicable Dates of Service. Rates contained within 101 CMR 432.00 apply for dates of service provided on or after July 1, 2023.(3)Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 432.00 is neither authorization for nor approval of the services for which rates are determined pursuant to 101 CMR 432.00. Governmental units that purchase the services described in 101 CMR 432.00 are responsible for the definition, authorization, and approval of services extended to clients.(4)Administrative Bulletins. EOHHS may issue administrative bulletins to clarify its policy on substantive provisions of 101 CMR 432.00.Adopted by Mass Register Issue 1340, eff. 6/2/2017.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1394, eff. 6/28/2019.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1444, eff. 5/28/2021.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1503, eff. 9/1/2023.