DS

Due to the uncertainties related to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) has decided that activities related to the Developmental Disabilities Services Payment Reform that involve provider agencies will be suspended until further notice.  Providers need to focus their energies and resources on the delivery of critical services for individuals and families.  DAIL has not yet decided whether to suspend work on DDS Payment Reform for the internal State team.  There may be some work that can continue to prepare to re

In 2018 and 2019, the Payment Model Workgroup was focused on designing the payment mechanism by which providers are paid to provide services.  They considered payment model options and implications for providers and people receiving services.  They provided input for planning and implementation of a new payment model.

The Payment Model Workgroup ended in 2020.

Meeting Agendas, Minutes, Handouts, and Documents

The Standardized Assessment Workgroup is focused on the adoption of a uniform, standardized assessment tool for determining what services individuals need.  The workgroup will review assessment tool options, considerations of transitioning to a new tool and the process for implementation. 

Meeting Agendas, Minutes, and Handouts