La. Admin. Code tit. 50 § XXI-5713

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section XXI-5713 - Personal Emergency Response System

A. A personal emergency response system (PERS) is an electronic device connected to the beneficiary's phone which enables a beneficiary to secure help in the community. The system is programmed to signal a response center staffed by trained professionals when a "help" button is activated.

B. This service must be prior authorized and be in accordance with the plan of care.

La. Admin. Code tit. 50, § XXI-5713

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of the Secretary, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LR 32:1607 (September 2006), Amended by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Bureau of Health Services Financing and the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LR 40:2587 (12/1/2014), Amended by the Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing and the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LR 481578 (6/1/2022), Amended LR 50214 (2/1/2024).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and Title XIX of the Social Security Act.