Ala. Admin. Code r. 795-8-1-.02

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 795-8-1-.02 - Definitions

(1) Severe Disability - A physical or mental impairment that seriously limits one or more functional capacities resulting from arthritis, cerebral palsy, head injury, heart disease, hemiplegia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, musculo-skeletal disorders, neurological disorders ((including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Parkinson's disease)), paraplegia, quadriplegia, and other spinal cord conditions and injuries. Severe disability does not include individuals in an acute stage of recovery who have not reached maximum medical improvement.

(2) Homebound - An individual with a severe disability who is dependent on others to perform activities of daily living and lives in an unrestricted environment.

(3) Medical Care-Prescription medications prescribed by a licensed physician, monitoring health status, and providing nursing education. Prescription medications will only be provided if funding permits, and the SAIL/Homebound Program will be the payor of last resort.

(4) Adjustment Training- Patient and family counseling, training and disability management education provided by registered nurses and counselors.

(5) Attendant Care - Personal care services, such as transferring, toileting, bathing, dressing, preparing meals, feeding, or light housekeeping, provided to an individual with a disability who is dependent on others for assistance with limited activities of daily living.

(6) Family Member - Relative, guardian, or in their absence, a responsible person. Responsible persons are those willing to advocate or mediate on behalf of the individual with a disability.

(7) Home Modification - Modification that will make the home more accessible for the individual with a disability and will promote independence in activities of daily living.

(8) Assistive Devices/Technology - Equipment, products and devices that are used to increase, maintain or improve functional capabilities of an individual with a disability.

(9) Transportation - Medically specialized transportation to and from doctor's office and clinic, but only as payor of last resort; transportation to and from a place of employment.

(10) Medical Supplies - Supplies provided for medical needs related to the individual's disability.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 795-8-1-.02

New Rule: Filed July 29, 1999; effective September 2, 1999.

Adopted by Alabama Administrative Monthly Volume XL, Issue No. 10, July 29, 2022, eff. 9/12/2022.

Author: Alabama Board of Rehabilitation Services

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 21-6-1, et seq.