SECTION 368.203. Process for Provider Selection

(a) The habilitation coordinator must:

(1) provide the designated resident or LAR the names and contact information of all service provider agencies that are in the contract area of the designated resident's NF, no later than the initial IDT meeting;

(2) arrange for phone calls or meetings with the potential service provider agencies as requested by the designated resident or LAR;

(3) review the HSP developed in accordance with §368.204(b)(3) of this subchapter (relating to Process for Service Initiation) with potential service provider agencies as requested by the designated resident or LAR;

(4) ensure the designated resident's or LAR's choice of service provider agency is documented on the Documentation of Provider Choice Form and signed by the designated resident or LAR; and

(5) notify the chosen service provider agency in writing and provide a copy of the designated resident's HSP and NF baseline or comprehensive care plan, whichever is most current, within three business days after the habilitation coordinator is notified of selection by the designated resident or LAR.

(b) If the designated resident or LAR has not selected a service provider agency within 14 calendar days of the initial IDT meeting, the SPT collectively selects the service provider agency it believes can best meet the designated resident's needs. The SPT must actively involve the designated resident in the decision-making process to the extent possible.

Source Note: The provisions of this §368.203 adopted to be effective September 1, 2021, 46 TexReg 4151