Implementation of HCBS Settings Rule in DQA Regulated Assisted Living Facilities
Effective March 1, 2019, under an agreement with the Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Medicaid Services (DMS), the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA), Bureau of Assisted Living (BAL) will begin inspecting DQA-regulated assisted living facilities to ensure ongoing compliance with the Home and Community- Based Services (HCBS) settings rule.
The DQA Implementation of HCBS Settings Rule in Residential Assisted Living Facilities, P-01826 publication provides general information on how DQA will incorporate the HCBS regulations into the assisted living survey processes. The publication provides important information on the following:
- Background
- Implementation
- Heightened Scrutiny Review Process
- Notice of HCBS Compliance Review Determination
- Training Information
- Resources
DMS and DQA will continue to evaluate the HCBS regulations impact on regulated assisted living settings and will make revisions as needed.
If you have questions please contact your Assisted Living regional director. Refer to WI DHS DQA BAL Regional Offices for regional office contact information.
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