Level of Care screen types have changed.

• Per instruction from ND DHS, the TBI screen type is no longer available. Individuals previously screened under TBI should now be screened under HCBS.
  
• Tech Dependent has been added as a screen type for individuals receiving Technology Dependent Waiver Services.
  

The Tracking Form has been moved. You can now print a copy by clicking the purple printer labeled Print a Copy of a Form and then selecting Tracking Form.

Protocol for Flood Evacuees - Long Term Care Facilities

These procedures apply strictly to individuals displaced by flooding and detail required associated screening/evaluations per instructions from the Division of Medical Assistance, Barb Fischer.

Level of Care Screening

• LOC Screening must be completed by day 30 for the receiving facility if the individual was admitted from a location other than a nursing facility.
  
• No LOC will be required for transfer to and from sending and receiving nursing facility.
  

PASRR Level I and Level II Evaluations

• PASRR Level I and Level II must be completed by day 45 if resident remains in receiving facility.
  
• No Level I or Level II will be required by either facility if return to sending facility occurs before day 45.
  

Attention ND Users:

Good news! If you are entering a Level of Care (LOC) form for individuals who need Personal Care (PC) and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), you can choose the type HCBS/PC and the system will only require you to enter the form once. You no longer are required to complete a separate LOC form for Personal Care (PC) and one for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS). Remember to choose type HCBS/PC when the individual is applying for BOTH services.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ascend by clicking here or calling 877-431-1388 ext 3330.