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OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY, DIVISION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS




 

DIVISION 129
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY, AUDIOLOGY AND HEARING AID SERVICES

410-129-0020
Therapy Plan of Care, Goals/Outcomes and
Record Requirements
(1) Therapy shall be based on a prescribing
practitioner's written order and therapy treatment plan with goals and objectives
developed from an evaluation or re-evaluation.
(2) The therapy regimen shall
be taught to individuals, including the patient, family members, foster parents,
and caregivers who can assist in the achievement of the goals and objectives. The
Division of Medical Assistance Programs (Division) shall not authorize extra treatments
for teaching.
(3) All speech-language pathology
(SLP) treatment services require a therapy plan of care that is required for prior
authorization (PA) for payment.
(4) The SLP therapy plan
of care shall include:
(a) Client's name and diagnosis;
(b) The type, amount, frequency
and duration of the proposed therapy;
(c) Individualized, measurably
objective, short-term and long-term functional goals;
(d) Dated signature of the
therapist or the prescribing practitioner establishing the therapy plan of care;
and
(e) Evidence of certification
of the therapy plan of care by the prescribing practitioner.
(5) SLP therapy records shall
include:
(a) Documentation of each
session;
(b) Therapy provided;
(c) Duration of therapy;
and
(d) Signature of the Speech-Language-Pathologist.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042
Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025, 414.065 & 681.205
Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91,
cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; HR 36-1994, f. 12-30-94,
cert. ef. 1-1-95; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; DMAP 22-2014, f. &
cert. ef. 4-2-14
410-129-0040
Maintenance
(1) Therapy becomes maintenance when any one of the following occur:
(a) The therapy treatment plan goals and objectives are reached; or
(b) There is no progress toward the therapy treatment plan goals and objectives; or
(c) The therapy treatment plan does not require the skills of a therapist; or
(d) The patient, family, foster parents, and/or caregiver have been taught and can carry out the therapy regimen and are responsible for the maintenance therapy.
(2) Therapy that becomes maintenance is not a covered service.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.065, 681.205 & 688.135

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99
410-129-0060
Prescription Required
(1) The prescription is the written
order by the prescribing practitioner pursuant to state law governing speech-pathology,
audiology and hearing aid services. Prescription must specify the ICD-10-CM diagnosis
code for all speech-pathology, audiology and hearing aid services that require payment/prior
authorization.
(2) The provision of speech
therapy services must be supported by a written order and a therapy treatment plan
signed by the prescribing practitioner. A practitioner means a person licensed pursuant
to State law to engage in the provision of health care services within the scope
of the practitioner's license and/or certification.
(3) A written order:
(a) Is required for the initial
evaluation;
(b) For therapy, must specify
the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code, service, amount and duration required.
(4) Written orders must be
submitted with the payment (prior) authorization request and a copy must be on file
in the provider's therapy record. The written order and the treatment plan must
be reviewed and signed by the prescribing practitioner every six months.
(5) Authorization of payment
to an audiologist or hearing aid dealer for a hearing aid will be considered only
after examination for ear pathology and written prescription for a hearing aid by
an ear, nose, and throat specialist (ENT) or general practitioner who has training
to examine the ear and performs within the scope of his/her practice, i.e. primary
care physician (not appropriate is an orthopedic specialist, chiropractor, gynecologist,
etc.).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042
Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025
& 414.065
Hist.: AFS 67-1985, f. 11-19-85,
ef. 12-1-85; HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91, Renumbered from 461-021-0301;
HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; HR 36-1994, f. 12-30-94, cert. ef. 1-1-95;
OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; DMAP 6-2007, f. 6-14-07, cert. ef. 7-1-07;
DMAP 51-2015, f. 9-22-15, cert. ef. 10-1-15
410-129-0065
Licensing Requirements
(1) The Division enrolls only the following
types of providers as performing providers under the Speech-Language Pathology,
Audiology and Hearing Aid Services program:
(a) A person licensed by
the relevant state licensing authority to practice speech-language pathology (SLP);
(b) A person licensed by
the relevant state licensing authority to practice audiology; and
(c) A person licensed by
the relevant state licensing authority for “dealing in hearing aids”
as defined in Oregon Revised Statute 694.015.
(2) The Oregon Board of Examiners
for SLP and Audiology licenses (and the Division recognizes services provided by):
(a) Conditional Speech-Language
Pathologists; and
(b) SLP Assistants.
(3) Services of graduate
SLP students, furnished under a Conditional SLP License:
(a) Shall be provided in
compliance with supervision requirements of the state licensing board and the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association;
(b) Shall be compliant with
applicable record and documentation requirements (see also Oregon Administrative
Rules in chapter 335, division 010); and
(c) Are reimbursed to the
licensed supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
(4) The Division shall not
reimburse for services of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist while the pathologist
is teaching or supervising students in SLP.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042
Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025,
414.065
Hist.: HR 27-1993, f. &
cert. ef. 10-1-93; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 59-2003, f. 9-5-03,
cert. ef. 10-1-03; DMAP 22-2014, f. & cert. ef. 4-2-14
410-129-0070
Limitations
(1) Speech-Language pathology (SLP)
services:
(a) Shall be provided by
a practitioner as described in OAR 410-129-0065(1);
(b) Therapy treatment:
(A) May not exceed one hour
per day, either group or individual;
(B) Shall be either group
or individual and cannot be combined in the authorization period; and
(C) Requires prior authorization.
(c) The following SLP services
do not require payment authorization but are limited to:
(A) Two SLP evaluations in
a 12-month period;
(B) Two evaluations for dysphagia
in a 12-month period;
(C) Up to four re-evaluations
in a 12-month period;
(D) One evaluation for speech-generating/augmentative
communication system or device shall be reimbursed per recipient in a 12-month period;
(E) One evaluation for voice
prosthesis or artificial larynx shall be reimbursed in a 12-month period;
(F) Purchase, repair or modification
of electrolarynx;
(G) Supplies for speech therapy
shall be reimbursed up to two times in a 12month period, not to exceed $5.00 each;
(d) The purchase, rental,
repair or modification of a speech-generating/augmentative communication system
or device requires prior authorization. Rental of a speech-generating/ augmentative
communication system or device is limited to one month. All rental fees shall be
applied to the purchase price. See OAR 410-129-0220.
(2) Audiology and hearing
aid services:
(a) All hearing services
must be performed by a licensed physician, audiologist or hearing aid specialist;
(b) Reimbursement is limited
to one (monaural) hearing aid every five years for adults (age 21 and older) who
meet the following criteria: Loss of 45 decibel (dB) hearing level or greater in
two or more of the following three frequencies: 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hertz (Hz)
in the better ear;
(c) Adults who meet the criteria
above and, in addition, have vision correctable to no better than 20/200 in the
better eye, may be authorized for two hearing aids for safety purposes. A vision
evaluation shall be submitted with the prior authorization request;
(d) Two (binaural) hearing
aids shall be reimbursed no more frequently than every three years for children
(birth through age 20), who meet the following criteria:
(A) Pure tone average of
25dB for the frequencies of 500Hz, 1000Hz and 2000Hz; or
(B) High frequency average
of 35dB for the frequencies of 3000Hz, 4000Hz and 6000Hz;
(e) An assistive listening
device may be authorized for individuals aged 21 or over who are unable to wear,
or who cannot benefit from, a hearing aid. An assistive listening device is defined
as a simple amplification device designed to help the individual hear in a particular
listening situation. It is restricted to a hand-held amplifier and headphones;
(f) Services that do not
require payment authorization:
(A) One basic audiologic
assessment in a 12-month period;
(B) One basic comprehensive
audiometry (audiologic evaluation) in a 12month period;
(C) One hearing aid examination
and selection in a 12-month period;
(D) One pure tone audiometry
(threshold) test; air and bone in a 12-month period;
(E) One electroacoustic evaluation
for hearing aid; monaural in a 12month period;
(F) One electroacoustic evaluation
for hearing aid; binaural in a 12-month period;
(G) Hearing aid batteries
— maximum of 60 individual batteries in a 12-month period. Clients shall meet
the criteria for a hearing aid;
(g) Services that require
payment authorization:
(A) Hearing aids;
(B) Repair of hearing aids,
including ear mold replacement;
(C) Hearing aid dispensing
and fitting fees;
(D) Assistive listening devices;
(E) Cochlear implant batteries.
(h) Services not covered:
(A) FM systems — vibro-tactile
aids;
(B) Earplugs;
(C) Adjustment of hearing
aids is included in the fitting and dispensing fee and is not reimbursable separately;
(D) Aural rehabilitation
therapy is included in the fitting and dispensing fee and is not reimbursable separately;
(E) Tinnitis masker(s).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042
Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.065 & 681.325
Hist.: HR 27-1993, f. &
cert. ef. 10-1-93; HR 36-1994, f. 12-30-94, cert. ef. 1-1-95; OMAP 36-1999, f. &
cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 38-2000, f. 9-29-00, cert. ef. 10-1-00; OMAP 39-2001, f.
9-24-01, cert.e f. 10-1-01; OMAP 14-2005, f. 3-11-05, cert. ef. 4-1-05; DMAP 17-2007,
f. 12-5-07, cert. ef. 1-1-08; DMAP 22-2014, f. & cert. ef. 4-2-14
410-129-0080
Prior Authorization
(1) Speech-language pathology, audiology and hearing aid providers must obtain prior authorization (PA) for services as specified in rule.
(2) Providers must request PA as follows (see the Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aid Services Program Supplemental Information booklet for contact information):
(a) For Medically Fragile Children’s Unit (MFCU) clients, from the Oregon Health Authority (Authority) MFCU;
(b) For clients enrolled in the fee-for-service Medical Case Management program, from the Medical Case Management contractor;
(c) For clients enrolled in a prepaid health plan, from the prepaid health plan;
(d) For all other clients, from the Division of Medical Assistance Programs (Division).
(3) For services requiring authorization, providers must contact the responsible unit for authorization within five working days following initiation or continuation of services. The FAX or postmark date on the request will be honored as the request date. It is the provider's responsibility to obtain payment authorization.
[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025 & 414.065

Hist.: AFS 14-1982, f. 2-16-82, ef. 3-1-82; AFS 49-1982, f. 4-30-82 & AFS 52-1982, f. 5-28-82, ef. 5-1-82 for providers located in the geographical areas covered by the AFS branch offices located in North Salem, South Salem, Dallas, Woodburn, McMinnville, Lebanon, Albany and Corvallis, ef. 6-30-82 for remaining AFS branch offices; AFS 14-1984(Temp), f. & ef. 4-2-84; AFS 22-1984(Temp), f. & ef. 5-1-84; AFS 40-1984, f. 9-18-84, ef. 10-1-84; AFS 67-1985, f. 11-19-85, ef. 12-1-85; AFS 7-1988, f. & cert. ef. 2-1-88; HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91, Renumbered from 461-021-0310; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 38-2000, f. 9-29-00, cert. ef. 10-1-00; OMAP 39-2001, f. 9-24-01, cert. ef. 10-1-01; OMAP 85-2003, f. 11-25-03 cert. ef. 12-1-03; OMAP 57-2004, f. 9-10-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04; OMAP 40-2006, f. 12-15-06, cert. ef. 1-1-07; DMAP 34-2008, f. 11-26-08, cert. ef. 12-1-08
410-129-0100
Medicare/Medicaid Claims
(1) When an individual, not in managed care, has both Medicare and Medicaid coverage, audiologists must bill audiometry and all diagnostic testings to Medicare first. Medicare will automatically forward these claims to Medicaid. Refer to OAR 410-120-1210 (General Rules) for information on Division reimbursement. For managed care clients with Medicare, contact the client's Managed Care Organization (MCO).
(2) Audiologists must bill all hearing aids and related services directly to the Division on a DMAP 505. Payment authorization is required on most of these services. (See OARs 410-129-0240 and 410-129-0260)
(3) If Medicare transmits incorrect information to the Division, or if an out-of-state Medicare carrier or intermediary was billed, providers must bill the Division using a DMAP 505 form. If any payment is made by the Division, an adjustment request must be submitted to correct payment, if necessary.
(4) Send all completed DMAP 505 forms to the Division of Medical Assistance Programs.
(5) Hearing aid dealers must bill all services directly to the Division on a CMS-1500. Payment authorization is required on most services (See OARs 410-129-0240 and 410-129-0260).
(6) When a client, not in managed care, has both Medicare and Medicaid coverage, speech-language pathologists must bill services to Medicare first. Medicare will automatically forward these claims to Medicaid. Refer to OAR 410-120-1210 (General Rules) for information on Division reimbursement. For managed care clients with Medicare, contact the client's Managed Care Organization (MCO).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025, 414.034, 414.065, 414.329, 414.706 & 414.710

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 12-2004, f. 3-11-04, cert. ef. 4-1-04; OMAP 57-2004, f. 9-10-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04
410-129-0180
Procedure Codes
(1) Procedure codes listed in the Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aid Services Program rules are intended for use by licensed speech-language pathologists, licensed audiologists and certified hearing aid dealers.
(2) Physicians and nurse practitioners are subject to the administrative rules contained in the Division Medical-Surgical Services Program rules and must bill the Division using the processes and procedure codes identified in those rules.
[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented:ORS 414.025 & 414.065

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93
410-129-0190
Client Copayments
Copayments may be required for certain services. See OAR 410-120-1230 for specific details.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.065

Hist. OMAP 80-2002, f. 12-24-02, cert. ef. 1-1-03
410-129-0200
Speech-Language Pathology Procedure Codes
(1) Inclusion of a current procedural terminology (CPT) or healthcare common procedure coding system (HCPCS) code in the following tables does not imply a code is covered. Refer to OARs 410-141-0480, 410-141-0500, and 410-141-0520 for information on coverage.
(2) Speech therapy services codes: Table 129-0200-1.
(3) Other speech services codes: Table 129-0200-2.
[ED. NOTE: Tables referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.065

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; HR 36-1994, f. 12-30-94, cert. ef. 1-1-95; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 6-2000, f. 3-31-00, cert. ef. 4-1-00; OMAP 20-2001, f. 3-30-01, cert. ef. 4-1-01; OMAP 10-2002, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-02; OMAP 22-2003, f. 3-26-03, cert. ef. 4-1-03; OMAP 12-2004, f. 3-11-04, cert. ef. 4-1-04; OMAP 14-2005, f. 3-11-05, cert. ef. 4-1-05; OMAP 18-2006, f. 6-12-06, cert. ef. 7-1-06; DMAP 17-2007, f. 12-5-07, cert. ef. 1-1-08
410-129-0220
Augmentative Communications System or Device
(1) Augmentative Communications System or Device and the necessary attachment equipment to bed or wheelchair are a covered benefit of the Division of Medical Assistance Programs (Division).
(2) The requested system or device must be approved, registered or listed as a medical device with the Food and Drug Administration.
(3) Criteria for coverage: Providers must meet each of the following components and submit documentation to the Division with the prior authorization request for review:
(a) A physician's statement of diagnosis and medical prognosis (not a prescription for an augmentative device) documenting the inability to use speech for effective communication as a result of the diagnosis;
(b) The client must have reliable cognitive ability and a consistent motor response to communicate that can be measured by standardized or observational tools:
(A) Object permanence — ability to remember objects and realize they exist when they are not seen; and
(B) Means end — ability to anticipate events independent of those currently in progress — the ability to associate certain behaviors with actions that will follow;
(c) The client must be assessed by a Speech Pathologist and when appropriate an Occupational Therapist and/or Physical Therapist. The evaluation report(s) must include:
(A) A completed DMAP 3047 form: Augmentative Communication Device Selection Report Summary (page 1) and required elements of the Formal Augmentative/Alternative Communication Evaluation (page 2). Attach additional pages required to complete information requested;
(B) An explanation of why this particular device is best suited for this client and why the device is the lowest level that will meet basic functional communication needs;
(C) Evidence of a documented trial of the selected device and a report on the client’s success in using this device; and
(D) A therapy treatment plan with the identification of the individual responsible to program the device, monitor and reevaluate on a periodic basis;
(d) Providers send requests for augmentative communications systems or devices to the Division; and
(e) The manufacturer’s MSRP and the vendor’s acquisition cost quotations for the device must accompany each request including where the device is to be shipped.
(4) The Division shall reimburse for the lowest level of service that meets the medical need.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 413.042 & 414.065

Hist.: HR 40-1990(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 11-15-90; HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; HR 36-1994, f. 12-30-94, cert. ef. 1-1-95; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 38-2000, f. 9-29-00, cert. ef. 10-1-00; OMAP 59-2003, f. 9-5-03, cert. ef. 10-1-03; DMAP 26-2010(Temp), f. 9-24-10, cert. ef. 10-1-10 thru 3-25-11; DMAP 3-2011, f. 3-23-11, cert. ef. 3-25-11
410-129-0240
Audiologist and Hearing Aid Procedure Codes
(1) Inclusion of a CPT/HCPCS code on the following tables does not imply that a code is covered. Refer to OARs 410-141-0480, 410-141-0500, and 410-141-0520 for information on coverage.
(2) Audiologist and hearing aid procedure codes: Table 0240-1.
(3) Special Otorhinolaryngologic services codes: Table 0240-2. These codes only apply to services for cochlear implants. These services include medical diagnosis evaluation by the otology physician.
[ED. NOTE: Tables referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025, 414.065 & 681.205

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 38-2000, f. 9-29-00, cert. ef. 10-1-00; OMAP 10-2002, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-02; OMAP 22-2003, f. 3-26-03, cert. ef. 4-1-03; OMAP 14-2005, f. 3-11-05, cert. ef. 4-1-05; OMAP 18-2006, f. 6-12-06, cert. ef. 7-1-06
410-129-0260
Hearing Aids and Hearing Aid Technical Service and Repair
(1) Hearing aids must be billed to the Division of Medical Assistance Programs (Division) at the provider's acquisition cost, and will be reimbursed at such rate. For purposes of this rule, acquisition cost is defined as the actual dollar amount paid by the provider to purchase the item directly from the manufacturer (or supplier) plus any shipping and/or postage for the item.
(2) Submit history of hearing aid use and an audiogram when requesting payment authorization for hearing aids.
(3) Procedure codes: Table 129-0260.
[ED. NOTE: Tables referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025, 414.065 & 681.205

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 38-2000, f. 9-29-00, cert. ef. 10-1-00; OMAP 20-2001, f. 3-30-01, cert. ef. 4-1-01; OMAP 39-2001, f. 9-24-01, cert.e f. 10-1-01; OMAP 10-2002, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-02; OMAP 1-2003, f. 1-31-03, cert. ef. 2-1-03; OMAP 22-2003, f. 3-26-03, cert. ef. 4-1-03; OMAP 12-2004, f. 3-11-04, cert. ef. 4-1-04; OMAP 18-2006, f. 6-12-06, cert. ef. 7-1-06
410-129-0280
Hearing Testing for Diagnostic Purposes (On Physician's Referral Only)
A physician's referral is required for the tests shown in this rule. The tests may only be performed and billed by a licensed audiologist or a licensed physician. Procedure codes: Table 0280.
[ED. NOTE: Tables referenced are available from the agency.]
Stat. Auth.: ORS 413.042

Stats. Implemented: ORS 414.025, 414.065 & 681.205

Hist.: HR 5-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 2-1-91; HR 11-1992, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-92; HR 27-1993, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-93; OMAP 36-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99; OMAP 20-2001, f. 3-30-01, cert. ef. 4-1-01; OMAP 18-2006, f. 6-12-06, cert. ef. 7-1-06

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