- (1) Scope. 101 CMR 414.00 establishes the payment rates for family stabilization services that provide support to individuals and families to promote family stability and to prevent unnecessary out-of-home placements. These rates are established for the services listed in 101 CMR 414.03(6). The rates for other family stabilization services are established by other EOHHS regulations as listed in 101 CMR 414.01(3).
- (2) Applicable Dates of Service. Rates contained in 101 CMR 414.00 apply for dates of service provided on or after January 1, 2026.
(3) Services and Rates Covered by Other Regulations. Payment rates for the following services are not included within the scope of 101 CMR 414.00 and are governed by other regulations promulgated by EOHHS as follows.
Service Regulation
Individual Support and Community 101 CMR 423.00: Rates for Certain Habilitation In-home Basic Living Supports
- (4) Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 414.00 is neither authorization for nor approval of the services for which rates are determined pursuant to 101 CMR 414.00. Governmental units that purchase family stabilization services are responsible for the definition, authorization, and approval of services provided to participants.
- (5) Administrative Bulletins. EOHHS may issue administrative bulletins to clarify its policy on substantive provisions of 101 CMR 414.00.