CMS Final Rule and HCBS

Overview

In March 2014, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) adopted updates to federal regulation regarding Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) to promote:

  • Person Centered Planning
  • Individualized Services
  • Access to the Full Benefit of Community Life

What is HCBS?

Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) are services and supports provided in home and community based settings, with the intent of diverting or transitioning individuals from institutional settings into their homes and community. ACRC-vendored providers of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) are subject to these changes in regulation. New ACRC vendorizations and service providers contracted through the Self Determination Program (SDP) are expected to be in compliance upon initiation of services. Existing providers should work with ACRC’s Community Service Department to update their vendorizations as needed. ACRC wants to support all providers in achieving compliance with regulation, so that providers may continue to qualify for Regional Center funding.

Questions? Contact the HCBS desk, HCBS@altaregional.org.

HCBS Compliance Reports

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HCBS Provider Assessments

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HCBS Provider Assessments

Some Regional Center providers are required to be assessed for their current level of compliance with the CMS Final Rule.

Annual assessments will continue to be completed by the HCBS team per DDS direction. You will be notified if/when the HCBS team needs to do an evaluation at your program or home. 

Alta California Regional Center completed the last round of compliance checks on August 21, 2024 . Access the Annual HCBS Quality Assurance Review document. 

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HCBS Resources

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