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and durable and non-durable medical equipment not available under the
State Medicaid Plan. Specialized medical equipment and supplies may not
include items not of direct medical or remedial benefit to the individual.
Specialized medical equipment and supplies must meet applicable
standards of manufacture, design, and installation.
(79) "Specialized Supports" mean treatment, training, consultation, or other
unique services necessary to achieve outcomes in the Individual Support
Plan that are not available through State Medicaid Plan services or other
support services listed in OAR 411-340-0130(6). Typical supports include
the services of a behavior consultant, a licensed nurse, or a social or
sexual consultant to:
(a) Assess the needs of the individual and family, including
environmental factors;
(b) Develop a plan of support;
(c) Train caregivers to implement the plan of support;
(d) Monitor implementation of the plan of support; and
(e) Revise the plan of support as needed.
(80) "Speech and Language Therapy" means the services provided by a
professional licensed under ORS 681.250 that are defined under the
approved State Medicaid Plan, except that the amount, duration, and scope
specified in the State Medicaid Plan do not apply.
(81) "Substantiated" means an abuse investigation has been completed by
the Department or the Department's designee and the preponderance of
the evidence establishes the abuse occurred.
(82) "Support" means assistance that individuals require, solely because of
the affects of developmental disability, to maintain or increase
independence, achieve community presence and participation, and
improve productivity. Support is flexible and subject to change with time
and circumstances.
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