• Teletherapy or E-Therapy Variance Extension: Providers who have received approval for a Teletherapy or E-Therapy Variance are approved to continue conducting treatment and evaluation services under the variance until August 31, 2020. Provider do not have to resubmit as this extension is automatic. As restrictions are lifted during this time, Providers may begin making plans to transition to treatment and evaluation face-to-face services as needed and clinically indicated. While the goal of this adjustment period is to transition back to face-to-face services to the extent possible, the DVOMB understands that this may not be possible for all Providers or clients for a variety of reasons. As such, the DVOMB may grant another extension of the Teletherapy or E-Therapy Variance in advance of August 31, 2020. Should the DVOMB choose to forgo a subsequent extension of the variance, Providers will still have the option of individually requesting an extension to continue providing Teletherapy or E-Therapy services.
• Please note these dates are subject to change based on the ever-changing situation regarding the COVID-19 virus and recommended precautions in the interest of public health and safety.
• Discretionary Period: As of July 1, 2020, the discretionary period granting flexibility to Providers to make adjustments for client services that deviate from the Standards and Guidelines will end.