1. A. The resource allocation model shall be used to assign service units based on the findings of the needs-based assessment and person-centered planning discussion for individuals who will be offered or are currently receiving New Opportunities Waiver services. Within the resource allocation model, there is a determination of an acuity level for individual and family support (IFS) services.

   1. 1. The beneficiary or his/her representative may request a reconsideration and present supporting documentation if he/she disagrees with the amount of assigned IFS service units. If the beneficiary disagrees with the reconsideration decision, he/she may request a fair hearing through the formal appeals process.
   2. 2. Implementation of the resource allocation model was phased-in for the allocation of new NOW opportunities and renewal of existing NOW opportunities beginning July 1, 2009.

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 Service Financing and the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LR 43:2528 (December 2017), LR 48:1546 (June 2022).