OAR 410-172-0630
Medically Appropriate
(1)
In addition to the definition of medically appropriate in OAR 410-120-0000 (Acronyms and Definitions) for behavioral health services, “medically appropriate” means the services and supports required to diagnose, stabilize, care for, and treat a behavioral health condition.(2)
The Division shall make payment for medically appropriate behavioral health services when the services or supports are:(a)
Rendered by a provider whose training, credentials, or license is appropriate to treat the identified condition and deliver the service;(b)
Based on the standards of evidence-based practice, and the services provided are appropriate and consistent with the diagnosis identified in the behavioral health assessment;(c)
Provided in accordance with an individualized service plan and appropriate to achieve the specific and measurable goals identified in the service plan;(d)
Not provided solely for the convenience of the recipient, the recipient’s family, or the provider of the services or supplies;(e)
Not provided solely for recreational purposes;(f)
Not provided solely for research and data collection;(g)
Not provided solely for the purpose of fulfilling a legal requirement placed on the recipient.
Source:
Rule 410-172-0630 — Medically Appropriate, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=410-172-0630
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