5-002.03 Documenting Contact and Assistance

469 NAC 5-002.03

Written documentation in the client file is necessary to show:

1. That the client has been informed and offered HEALTH CHECK (EPSDT) by written and oral explanation at the eligibility determination or redetermination.

2. That the supportive services of appointment scheduling and transportation assistance have been offered to the client and are provided at the client's request if necessary.

3. The steps taken by the designated worker to:

a. Assist the client to receive a screening examination(s);

b. Ensure that treatment has begun within 120 days of the screening request for those who needed further diagnosis and treatment. The local office copy of Form MC-5 is the record of the completed health screening, and the local office copy of the dental claim form is the record of a completed dental screening for children or verification of health and/or dental screening or need for further diagnosis and treatment may be accomplished by utilizing All Claims Inquiry, CICS1, Selection 17; and

c. Assist clients to receive periodic services according to the periodicity schedules in 471 NAC 33-002.03.