What is covered in the 4 new sections of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 388-823 that govern eligibility?
WAC 388-823- 0010 0170 Covers: • Definition of terms • Info about applying to become a client, who makes the determination, how long it takes • Requirements & responsibilities for obtaining info • Residency requirements • Which rules apply to what ages WAC 388-823- 0200 0850 Covers: • Required diagnosis & diagnostic definitions for each condition • Who can make the diagnosis • Evidence of eligible condition • Evidence of substantial limitations in cognitive and/or adaptive functioning • Evidence used: diagnostic, medical info, the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM) and standardized assessments • The intent is to have objective information and measurable criteria WAC 388-823- 0900 0940 Covers: • ICAP administration and scoring • Requirements to be a Respondent • Qualifying broad independence scores for each age WAC 388-823- 1000 1100 Covers: • Eligibility expirations at ages 4 & 10 for certain conditions • Eligibility reviews at age 17, or after age 18, prior initiation of paid service
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