1.Program Definition
Nursing Facility Transition in Idaho is a program designed to assist Medicaid recipients residing in nursing homes to transition back into community settings of their choice. This program is part of the state's efforts to provide home and community-based services as alternatives to institutional care
2.Regulations
The primary regulations governing Nursing Facility Transition in Idaho are outlined in IDAPA 16.03.10 - MEDICAID ENHANCED PLAN BENEFITS, specifically Section 16.03.10.350 - TRANSITION MANAGEMENT
3.Licensing or Certification
A specific license or certification for Nursing Facility Transition providers is not mentioned. However, transition managers must meet certain qualifications as outlined in the regulations
4.Responsible State Agency
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is responsible for overseeing the Nursing Facility Transition program
5.Application Process
The application process is not explicitly described for becoming a Nursing Facility Transition provider. However, providers must meet the qualifications outlined in the regulations
6.Required Documentation
Transition managers must provide:
- Proof of background check clearance
- Documentation of successful completion of Department-approved Transition Manager training
- Evidence of a bachelor’s degree in a human services field or three years' supervised work experience with the population being served
7.Timeline for Approval
The timeline for approval is not specified in the provided information.
8.Pre-Application Process
There is no specific pre-application process mentioned for Nursing Facility Transition providers.
9.Pre-Application Training
Transition managers must complete Department-approved Transition Manager training prior to providing any transition management and transition services
10.Additional Notes
- Transition management is limited to 72 hours per participant per qualifying transition
- Participants must have resided in a qualifying institution for a minimum of 45 days to be eligible for transition management
- The program includes up to 12 months of oversight and coordination activities following the return to the communities.
- Idaho also has a Money Follows the Person program called Idaho Home Choice, which provides additional support for nursing home residents transitioning back to the community
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