10-148-21 Me. Code R. § 3

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024
Section 148-21-3 - DEFINITIONS
A. "BCFS" or "Bureau" means the Bureau of Child and Family Services.
B. "BMS" means the Bureau of Medical Services.
C. "Contract" means a written document which sets forth the duties and obligations of the Bureau of Child & Family Services and the Provider.
D. "DHS" means the Department of Human Services.
E. "Guidelines" mean the Guidelines for Rate Determination of Children's Residential Facilities.
F. "PNMI" means Private Non-Medical Institution, which are federal funds administered by the Bureau of Medical Services.
G. "Provider" means a private corporation with which the BCFS has established a contract to purchase services.
H. "Room and Board" means those services essential to meet the basic physical, social and biological needs of the child. For facilities ineligible to receive PNMI funds, Room & Board funds may also be used to fund treatment costs.

10-148 C.M.R. ch. 21, § 3