NMT Changes, CPR/First Aid Training, Provider Forum, and
Medication Administration Classes
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Non-Medical Transportation Rule, Rate Changes, Effective February 1, 2020
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NMT
per trip
is the transportation that is authorized to get a person to and from their home and employment, day program, volunteering, post-secondary education, or internships / practicums
This service is not changing and the rate is staying the same. However, any vehicle can now be used for per trip, not just vehicles that are modified or seat more than 9 passengers. ISPs do not have to indicate modified or non-modified, there is one rate for 2 trips per day.
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NMT-Per Mile
NMT
per mile
can now be used for transportation
other
than those listed above for per trip. If a person gets to their day program's primary location and the provider wants to take them to and from various locations in the community during their day, they can do that and bill per mile. Because of this the budget has been increased to include more per mile units. However, the per mile rate is based on a modified or non-modified vehicle. In order to use a for a modified vehicle rate, the individual must need a modified vehicle and it must be indicated in their ISP.
The definition of a modified vehicle, per rule, means that there has been some modification to the vehicle to meet a person’s behavioral or physical needs or modified because the person needs to be transported in a wheelchair.
Any other person being transported with the person who needs the modified vehicle must be billed at the modified rate.
Providers can also bill for their “time” during this per mile transportation, as long as they are certified as HPC / ADS, and are authorized to bill that service while providing per mile transportation
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HPC Transportation
HPC trasportation has changed to include a modified or non-modified rate, which is chosen a the time of authorizations. T
he definition of a modified vehicle remains the same as above, and again, i
n order to authorize a person for a modified vehicle, they must need it and it must be indicated in their ISP.
Any other person being transported with the person who needs the modified vehicle can be billed at the modified rate; congregate settings should be prepared to discuss this during planning meetings.
Providers can also bill for their “time” during HPC transportation, as prior.
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When:
Thursday, January 30th,
10am-12pm
Where:
Parma Snow Library
2121 Snow Rd, Parma
Who should Attend:
Providers, Agency Management
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January Provider Forum
Please Join us for the first Provider Forum of 2020. Gather with other providers in Cuyahoga County to hear important information and updates, as well as engage in discussion and QA time with representatives for CCBDD.
Agenda:
- Cuyahoga DD updates for the Provider Community from Superintendent Kelly Petty
- 2019 Year In Review
- 2020 Overview- What's Next?
- People ARE LOOKING for Providers! Provider Selection Process- How Can Cuyahoga DD better connect Providers with People and Families
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Cuyahoga DD is Offering Medication Administration and Health Related Activities Training!
Beginning in March of this year, Cuyahoga DD's Nursing Department will be offering Medication Administration Certification courses 1, 2, and 3 and HRA Certifications for Agency and Independent Providers on a monthly basis. Renewal Certification Classes for Independent Providers, as well as Train-the-Trainer courses for RN's are being offered at regular intervals as well.
All Classes have a limit of 15 participants per person, classes with less than 5 registrants will be cancelled.
Participants can register for all classes below by completing and returning the required forms in the training announcement.
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Scroll down to read more about February and March Training Classes:
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When:
February 19 and 20, 2020
8am- 4pm
2 days + Post-program assignment
(mandatory for certification)
2 days (for training only)
1 day (for training only)
*See posting info
Where:
MA Donzella Administration Building
1275 Lakeside Ave, Cleveland 44114
Who should Attend:
RNs, however LPNs, and agency management and staff may find the content of day 1 informative and helpful and are encouraged to attend.
Cost:
Both days: $100; Day 1 only: $50
RSVP:
February 5, 2020
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RN Train-the-Trainer: Medication Administration
This two-day program (with a post-program assignment) is intended to certify RNs to teach the DoDD medication administration certification courses
RN CEU: 2 days + Post-program assignment = 17 hours (includes 2.50 hours of Category A)
RN/LPN CEU: 2 days = 13 hours (includes 2.50 hours of Category A)
RN/LPN CEU: 1 day = 6.25 (includes 2.50 hours of Category A)
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When:
March 2, 3, 4, 2020
8:15 am-4:30pm
Registrants MUST attend all 3 days
Where:
William Patrick Day Center
2421 Community College Ave,
Cleveland, 44115
Who should Attend:
Registrants must be employed by a DD provider or as a DoDD certified Independent Provider
Cost:
Free!
RSVP:
February 17, 2020
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Medication Certification Level 1 (Initial Certification)
This three-day program is intended to certify unlicensed DD personnel for medication administration and performance of 13 health-related activities.
Prerequisites:
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At least 18 years old
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High School Diploma or Equivalence
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Pass all required background checks
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Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to pass the course
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Medication Certification Level 2
(Add-on for G-tube/J-tube medications)
This 4 hour program is intended to certify unlicensed DD personnel for medication administration via gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes. (Students are reminded that Nursing Delegation is required after certification)
Prerequisites:
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Valid DoDD Medication Certificate- Level 1
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At least 18 years old
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High School Diploma or Equivalence
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Pass all required background checks
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Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to pass the course
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When:
March 25, 2020
8:15 am-12:30 pm
Where:
William Patrick Day Center
2421 Community College Ave,
Cleveland, 44115
Who should Attend:
Registrants must be employed by a DD provider or as a DoDD certified Independent Provider
Cost:
Free!
RSVP:
March 11, 2020
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When:
March 26, 2020
Where:
William Patrick Day Center
2421 Community College Ave,
Cleveland, 44115
Who should Attend:
Registrants must be employed by a DD provider or as a DoDD certified Independent
Cost:
Free!
RSVP:
March 12, 2020
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Medication Certification Level 3 (Add-on for Insulin and Metabolic Glycemic Injectables)
This 4 hour program is intended to certify unlicensed DD personnel for administration of insulin and metabolic glycemic injectables. (Students are reminded that nursing delegation is mandatory in addition to certification)
Prerequisites:
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Valid DoDD Medication Certification Level 1
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At least 18 years old
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High School Diploma or Equivalence
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Pass all required background checks
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Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to pass the course
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Medication Re-Certification for INDEPENDENT Providers –
Skills Only
This 2 hours is set aside to complete
skill checks
for Med Cert renewals.
Prerequisites:
- DoDD Medication Certification (current or not expired more than 60 days)
- Completion of Corresponding self-study packet
- To obtain this packet, please contact Tamara Lentini by March 18 at: lentini.tamara@cuyahogabdd.org
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When:
March 25 OR 26
1:30pm-3:30pm
Registrants will confirm day and time with instructor.
Where:
William Patrick Day Center
2421 Community College Ave,
Cleveland, 44115
Who should Attend:
ONLY DoDD certified Independent Provider
Cost:
Free!
RSVP:
March 18, 2020
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CONTACT US
Provider Development & Support
216-931-7474
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