Providers must meet qualifications specified in Florida Medicaid policies to be reimbursed for adaptive equipment services. 

4. Responsible State Agency 

Multiple agencies oversee Adaptive Equipment services, including: 

Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) for Medicaid-related equipment 

Florida Department of Education's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) 

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for adaptive hunting equipment permits 

5. Application Process 

The application process varies depending on the specific equipment and program: 

• For Medicaid-covered equipment, providers apply through AHCA 

• For hunting-related adaptive equipment, individuals apply directly to FWC 

6. Required Documentation 

Required documents typically include: 

• Proof of disability or medical necessity 

• Prescription or order from a qualified healthcare professional 

• For hunting permits, proof of legal blindness 

7. Timeline for Approval 

Approval timelines vary depending on the specific equipment and program. Medicaid prior authorization processes may apply for certain items. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no standardized pre-application process across all Adaptive Equipment services. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

While there's no mandatory pre-application training, providers must ensure staff are trained to properly assess, fit, and maintain adaptive equipment. 

10. Additional Notes 

• The Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) provides free access to information, referrals, and educational programs related to assistive technology. 

• The Center for Assistive, Rehabilitation and Robotics Technologies (CARRT) conducts research and provides services to improve quality of life through assistive technologies. 

• Persons who are legally blind can obtain permits from FWC to use adaptive equipment for hunting that would otherwise be illegal.