Habilitation Services in Kansas 


1. Program Definition and Services 

Habilitation services in Kansas are defined as health care services that help a person keep, learn or improve skills and functioning for daily living. Services include: 

  • Physical therapy 
  • Occupational therapy 
  • Speech-language pathology 
  • Other services for people with disabilities in various inpatient and/or outpatient settings 

 

2. Regulations 

The primary regulations governing habilitation services in Kansas are: 

  • Kansas Administrative Regulations (K.A.R.) related to HCBS waivers 
  • Federal Medicaid guidelines under the Rehabilitation Act and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 

 

3. Licensing or Certification 

No specific license is required to provide habilitation services in Kansas. However, providers must meet Medicaid provider enrollment requirements if services are funded through Medicaid. 

 

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) oversees habilitation services programs in Kansas. 

 

5. Application Process 

The application process is primarily conducted through local Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs). Individuals can apply for services by contacting their local ADRC or through referrals from healthcare providers. 

 

6. Required Documentation 

Required documentation may include: 

  • Proof of disability 
  • Functional assessment results 
  • Individual plan of care 
  • Financial eligibility documentation (if applying through Medicaid) 

 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The timeline for approval is not specified by the State. 

 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no formal pre-application process mentioned in the available results. 

 

9. Pre-Application Training 

No specific pre-application training is mentioned in the available results. 

 

10. Additional Notes 

  • Eligibility: Habilitation services are available to individuals with disabilities who require assistance in acquiring, retaining, or improving skills and functioning. 
  • Settings: Services may be provided in a variety of settings, including inpatient and outpatient facilities. 
  • HCBS Waivers: Kansas has seven approved HCBS waivers, including those for Autism, Intellectual and Developmental Disability, and Physical Disability, which may cover habilitation services. 
  • Compliance: Kansas is working on ensuring compliance with the HCBS Settings Final Rule, which affects how and where habilitation services can be provided. 

 

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