1. A. An electronic visit verification (EVV) system must be used for time and attendance tracking and post-authorization for home and community-based services.

   1. 1. Home and community-based waiver providers identified by the department shall use:

      1. a. the EVV system designated by the department, or

      2. b. an alternate system that:

         1. i. has successfully passed the data integration process to connect to the designated EVV system, and
         2. ii. is approved by the department.

   2. 2. Reimbursement for services may be withheld or denied if a provider:

      1. a. fails to use the EVV system, or
      2. b. uses a system not in compliance with Medicaid’s policies and procedures for EVV.
   3. 3. Requirements for proper use of the EVV system are outlined in the respective program’s Medicaid provider manual.

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and Title XIX of the Social Security Act.

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing, the Office of Aging and Adult Services and the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LR 43:1979 (October 2017), amended LR 45:1081 (August 2019).