048-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-11

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 1-11 - Assessment

(a) Prior to the development of a plan of care, the ISC shall arrange and coordinate the collection and collation of in-depth information about a persons situation and functioning. The assessment shall identify the persons strengths, current availability and potential capacity of natural supports, and need for service and financial resources if appropriate. The assessment shall include, as appropriate for the person served:

(i) Interests, preferences, desires, expectations, and strengths;

(ii) Health status, including medications, chronic and current conditions and treatments;

(iii) Functional performance, including activities of daily living, level of assistance needed, and assistive devices used or needed;

(iv) Behavior and emotional factors, including history, coping mechanisms, and stressors;

(v) Cognitive functioning, including memory, attention, judgment, and general cognitive measures;

(vi) Environmental factors, including architectural or transportation barriers,

(vii) Social supports and networks, including natural supports such as families and friends, religious organizations or other organizations;

(viii) Financial factors such as insurance, assets, or income, guardianship or conservatorships, or entitlements that influence the array of supports and services that are needed.

(b) The assessments may be based upon standardized instruments administered by persons other than team members provided one of more or the team members can explain the uses and limits of the instrument to other team members.

(c) If the ISC organization develops instruments, such instruments shall be used consistently.

(d) The ISC is financially responsible for assessment, in accordance with Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.

048-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-11