Section 388-826-0170 - How does the department determine the rate to support a client in a staffed residential home?(1) The department determines the rate to support a client in a staffed residential home by assessing the client's identified needs.(2) The department completes a rate assessment, which consists of four cost centers: (a) Administrative and nonstaff costs, including transportation and damage reimbursement, if applicable;(b) Funds for community inclusion activities as outlined in WAC 388-826-0005;(c) Consultant and training costs; and(d) Instruction and support services, which are determined by assessing a client's identified needs and supervision in the following areas:(i) Activities of daily living as defined in WAC 388-106-0010;(ii) Instrumental activities of daily living as defined in WAC 388-106-0010; and(iii) Behavioral support and supervision .(3) Instruction and support services provided by the school district are not included in the rate assessment to support a client in a staffed residential home.(4) A rate assessment must be completed before start of services, if a significant change occurs, or when the household composition changes.Wash. Admin. Code § 388-826-0170
Amended by WSR 18-23-004, Filed 11/7/2018, effective 12/8/2018Amended by WSR 21-15-059, Filed 7/15/2021, effective 8/15/2021Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030, 74.13.350, and Title 71A RCW. 06-04-088, § 388-826-0170, filed 1/31/06, effective 3/3/06.