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Sacramento County Adult Documentation Training Presented By: Rev. 8/6/14 Quality Management & Adult Mental Health

Training Outline Introduction to the Mental Health Plan. Avatar CWS Documentation Overview. Medical Necessity and Cultural Competence Progress Notes and Service Codes. Billable versus Non-Billable. Resources and Contact Information. 2

Training Goals Review Avatar Clinical Workstation (CWS) Forms. Review Standards for Completion of Avatar CWS Documentation. Clarify Avatar CWS Documentation Requirements. To bridge the gap between practice and Avatar CWS documentation. 3

Training Day 1 4

County Philosophy Vision Mission Principles Handout #1 5

Introduction to the Mental Health Plan Target Populations. Medical Necessity. Commitment to Cultural Competence. Language Requirements/Interpreting Services. Handouts # 2 & 3 6

Sacramento County Target Population For the purpose of County MH Services, Target Population: Refers to individuals with severe disabling conditions that require mental health treatment giving them access to available services based on those conditions. Major Depression Recurrent, with or without Psychotic Features. Bipolar Disorders Schizophrenia; Schizoaffective Disorders. Psychotic Disorder NOS (re-evaluation & change within 3-6 months). Borderline Personality Disorder. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. 7

Medical Necessity The criteria that identifies service need based on inclusion of specific signs, symptoms, behaviors and conditions and proposed treatment associated with mental illness. Determination of medical necessity requires inclusion of: Covered diagnosis; An established level of functional impairment with an expectation that specialty mental health treatment is necessary to address the condition and; The condition would not be responsive to physical health care based treatment. 8

Medical Necessity (Cont d) When recording a client s condition, staff must document: Onset. Frequency. Duration. Severity of symptoms. Resulting functional impairments. 9

Staff Classifications LPHA- MD, PhD, RN, LCSW, MFT, Waivered Staff (ASW or IMF). Graduate Student- enrolled in accredited program; co-signature required. MHRS- Degree & Experience. MHA-I, MHA-II and MHA-III- Experience and Education beyond High School. 10

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Definition of Cultural Competence A set of congruent practice skills, behaviors, attitudes, and policies that come together in a system, agency, or among consumer providers and professionals that enables that system, agency, or those professionals and consumer providers to work effectively in cross-cultural situations. 12

Cultural Competency Making Cultural Accommodations Documenting those Accommodations Use of Interpreters Web Address: http://www.sacdhhs.com/article.asp?contentid=482 13

Threshold Languages A Threshold Language is defined as a primary language other than English spoken by 3,000 Medi-Cal beneficiaries or 5% of the population, whichever is lower in an identified geographic area. Sacramento is second to Los Angeles in number of beneficiaries who speak a Threshold Language. 14

Threshold Languages (Cont d) Sacramento County has FIVE Threshold Languages: Chinese (Cantonese) Hmong Russian Spanish Vietnamese 15

Cultural/Linguistic Requirements Mandate that oral and written communication be provided in the client s preferred language and documented for each service. Clients have the RIGHT to culturally and linguistically appropriate services and considers the special needs of adults and families. Requires documentation of attempts made to accommodate the cultural/linguistic needs of client/caregiver and prohibits the expectation that family members act as interpreters. Handout #4 16

Cultural/Linguistic Requirements MHP MediCal provider List: updated to include Culture and Linguistic capacity; Ethnic-specific program highlighted. Avatar CWS and EHRs: incorporating reminders in Progress Notes for prompting Language session was conducted in. CBMCS Training Series: required for all clinical staff. 17

Interpreter Services (Are code 916) Southeast Asian Assistance Center (SAAC): 421-1036, Language World: 473-0100 Carmazzi: 714-7848 (Deaf/Hard of Hearing) Nor Cal: 349-7525. A Show Hands: 247-8859. Class Act Alliance:759-4594. Sign Language Inter: 483-4751. Language Line may be used by contractor providers. Pacific Interpreters County staff to use for phone interpreters only. 1-866-425-0217 need County Code from supervisor. 18

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Consents and Releases Obtain consent to treat for all clients receiving services, as required by law. Conservator signature is required if client is conserved. Acknowledgement of Receipt Form. ** HIPAA compliant Authorizations to Obtain or Release health records are required. A current consent is required in the chart for each medication the client is taking. Handout # 5 20

Working Definitions Authorization Period: County Access Team gives the Start and End" dates for service reimbursement. Program Start Date: First billable service to AVATAR; face-to-face contact, with limited exceptions. Diagnosis is required on the first date of services. Paperwork Cycle: Begins at the Program Start Date through end of the Authorization Period. Levels Of Care: Determined by level of care and support services needed by the client. 21

Service Coordination & Authorization All Services must be authorized by the County Adult Access Team. The Detailed Authorization or Display Managed Care Authorization printout is required in all charts. All Services must be delivered within the authorization period for reimbursement. Requests for re-authorization must be submitted when the client is transitioning from one Level of Care to a different Level of Care outside the legal entity. Handout #6 22

Service Levels I, II, III & IV Level I- Medication services provided by Primary Care physicians in the community. Level II- Low Intensity services, primarily medication support, case management, and mental health services (social rehabilitation, collateral, support groups, etc). Level III & IV- High intensity services, (LOCUS required for authorization) community based and frequent contact with client, including medication support, case management, and mental health services (social rehabilitation, collateral, support groups, etc). 23

Service Levels I, II, III & IV County Access Team Authorize services for Levels II & III and some level IV. Guest House pre-authorizes services, and submits authorization for services to Adult Access Team. County Placement Intensive Team Authorizes services for TPISA and Telecare SOAR programs. 24

The Basics of CWS Information 25

Avatar CWS Documentation Forms Intake: CSI Admission Adult MSE Diagnosis Core Assessment Adult Health Questionnaire Client Plan Annual: CSI Admission- Check for changes Adult MSE Diagnosis Core Assessment Adult Health Questionnaire Client Plan 26

Avatar CWS Documentation Forms (Supplemental Assessments) CODA. Completed as needed/applicable. LOCUS. Completed for authorization of services and for higher level of care. Vocational Assessment. Completed as needed/indicated. Note: A progress note that accounts for service and duration must be completed with every services. 27

Update Client Data /CSI Update Client Data replaces Client Data Sheet. Updates required at annual paperwork cycle. Also update when address or other pertinent information changes. 28

Client Resources Previously documented in Client Service Plan. Personal and Professional contact names and phone numbers. Includes support person, family members, board and care operators, PCP s, and other supports. 29

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Core Assessment Overview Assessment date is date Core is started Age range selection enables or disables questions (i.e. 20-35 adults) 1. Includes: Client s Preferred name, Preferred language, Referral source, other, etc. 2. Presenting Reasons: includes Description of current presenting reasons for services, Behavioral Health History, Other factors (financial, legal, school), Trauma History. Handout # 7 31

Core Assessment Overview 3. Mental Health/Psychiatric History, includes inpatient and outpatient information, family mental health history, etc. 4. Co-Occurring Issues, includes questions related to substance use/abuse history and/or current use/abuse. 32

Core Assessment Overview 5. Risk Assessment. Includes history of past and or present risk of violent, assaultive behaviors, complete this section in full and as needed. 6. Psychosocial History. Includes significant developmental issues, immigration, cultural/spiritual background, military history, social activities, relationships, education, criminal history, etc. 33

Core Assessment Overview 7. Clinical Formulation. Is a theoretical based explanation or conceptualization of the information obtained from a clinical assessment. It is used to communicate a hypothesis and provide framework to develop the most suitable treatment plan and approach for the diagnostic considerations for the client. This should read in a narrative form and give the reader a feel for the over condition of the client and your overall plan for wellness. 8. Adult Mental Status Exam (must be linked to finalize Core Assessment). Includes: Appearance, Behavior, Speech, Mood, Sensorium, Thought Process and Form, Perception, Judgment, etc. Handout # 8 34

Annual Core Assessment Update Core Assessment is done annually and at point of reauthorization. Some information is pre-populated from previous Assessment Provide current reasons for service, current impairments, and current functioning. Submit to Access within 30 days of Authorization expiration. 35

Adult Mental Status Exam The Core Assessment cannot be finalized without linking a completed MSE first. Assessment Date is the date you meet with the client (face to face) to complete the MSE. Proceed to enter each of the domains of the MSE, based on client s assessment. Add narrative comments when needed. If unfamiliar with MSE terms, proceed to use the Glossary of Terms (handout #8) Handout #8 36

Adult Health Questionnaire Adult Health Questionnaire Linking Physical Health and Mental Health. Handout # 10 37

Adult Health Questionnaire Health Questionnaire: Assessment Date. Medical Conditions: Health Questionnaire s Condition info Table. Gender Specific Questions: Female/Male type of questions. Dental Problems. Last visit to dentist, etc. Hearing: Any problems, last time hearing test. Vision: Any problems, last test, etc. Caffeine and Tobacco. How much intake, etc. 38

Important AHQ Elements Required within 60 days of Provider Start Date. Progress note required when linking client to a physician or healthcare provider. Update annually to record healthcare information. 39

Co-Occurring Disorder Assessment (CODA) What is the CODA? A tool intended to ensure clients receive appropriate assessment, treatment and referrals for co-occurring substance use disorders. When should the CODA be completed? Whenever indicators are present. Who should complete the CODA? Service Providers. Handout #11 40

CODA: Indicators When the following indicators are present, complete the CODA: At Admission Interview (if indicated). At Re-Assessment (if indicated). When Indicated (Client or Collateral source discloses an issue or problem - i.e. toxicology screen, legal issue, prior assessment). When there are clear consequences indicating substance abuse problems. 41

CODA: Engagement All interactions should be non-judgmental and supportive. Remind the client that the information is CONFIDENTIAL. Privacy should be maintained to support client disclosure. Assure the client that what they say will not negatively impact their other mental health services. 42

CODA: Interview Questions Based on DSM IV-TR Criteria Ask the client each question and record a yes/no response in the boxes. Questions 1-4 are the criteria for Substance Abuse. Questions 5-11 are the criteria for Substance Dependence. If any of 1-4 are marked the diagnosis should be Substance Abuse Unless: 5, 6, and any of 7-11 are marked then the diagnosis should be Substance Dependence. 43

CODA: Level of Functioning In relation to co-morbid substance use/mental health symptoms: Indicate your assessment of the client s functioning in the seven domains. For each response include a comment or description. Indicate your overall rating of client bio/psychosocial functioning by checking low, moderate or high. A low or moderate overall level of functioning should result in a related goal in client s treatment plan. 44

CODA: Severity Assessment Ask the client to respond to the three choices on the Client Self Assessment and indicate his/her response. Complete the Staff Assessment by indicating your assessment in one of the four boxes. Be aware of the client s Stage of Change Readiness as it will affect treatment planning decisions. 45

CODA: Treatment Planning Clients should be served within their current clinical setting. Transfers from program to program increase the likelihood of disengagement. All treatment planning must be completed with full client participation and agreement, and needs to reflect consumer choice. 46

CODA: Services Within the Current Clinical Setting Sac Port Substance Abuse Management Module (SAMM). Pre-Treatment Groups. Self-help Groups. Mental Health Rehabilitation Services. 47

CODA: Treatment Plan Options Within the ADS System of Care Outpatient Counseling Residential Treatment Detoxification Interim Supports NOTE: Treatment Authorization and Level of Care will be determined by the Alcohol and Drug Services Division, System of Care (ADS SOC) 48

CODA: Documentation Complete the CODA and file in the client s chart. Write a progress note documenting CODA completion and other pertinent information. Complete a related goal and plan in CWS Client s Plan. Ensure substance use diagnosis is reflected on Axis I (Secondary diagnosis). 49

CODA: Referrals to ADS SOC Services through an ADS contracted provider, including outpatient counseling, Residential Treatment and Detoxification require assessment and authorization by ADS SOC staff. Two methods for obtaining ADS SOC assessment and authorization: Drop-In Assessment. ADS Screening and Service Referral (preferred). 50

CODA: Referrals (Drop In) Drop in Assessment Clients may present themselves for an assessment at the public lobby at 3321 Power Inn Rd., Suite 120 at 8:00 AM or 12:30 PM. They will be seen in order of arrival and will receive an assessment, and if indicated, a referral for services. 51

CODA: Referrals (ADS Screening) ADS Screening and Service Referral Complete an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Screening and Service Referral and a release of information, naming DBHS ADS SOC as the recipient. Fax both forms along with the CODA to ADS SOC at 874-9806. Provide the client with a copy of Instructions to Client. Client may be accompanied to the assessment. 52

Progress Notes Overview 53

Progress Notes Note: Federal/State Law require documentation for purposes of reimbursement. If records are inadequate or nonexistent, reimbursement is subject to recoupment. 54

Compliance Plan According to CFR 42 (Code of Federal Regulations) & Title 9 Section 1840.112 all Providers of Mental Health Services are required to verify that every service provided is accurately documented, signed and billed appropriately. Assessments, Progress Notes, and Client Plans are required documentation. 55

Avatar Claims Processing Alert (Denials/Suspended Claims) regarding Maximum Allowable Units. Please refer to handout for clarification. Handout #12 56

Types of Progress Notes Assessment Collateral Individual Therapy Group Therapy Group Session Rehabilitation Plan Development Medication Support Case Management Brokerage/TCM Crisis Intervention Cancellations No Shows Handout #13 57

Progress Notes Key topics discussed in the session. Current symptoms and behaviors. Accommodate language and cultural needs. Describe how interventions address the client s mental health condition. Always assess for risks and document actions taken to ensure safety. 58

Progress Notes (Cont d) Document collaborative efforts made. Document strengths and barriers toward achieving treatment goals. Document progress made toward achieving treatment objectives. 59

Clinical Introductory Note (Assessment) Written at first visit, or very soon thereafter, providing an overview of the client and his/her mental health condition. A complete note includes but is not limited to: Identity of client, including age, ethnicity, language, marital status, living situation, etc. Referral Source. Cultural Accommodations (if indicated). 60

Clinical Introductory Note (Cont d) Presenting condition, including symptoms, behaviors, and level of functional impairments. Need for Services/Medical Necessity justifications. Client strengths and supports. Plan for services. 61

Avatar CWS Discharge Note Discharge: Document Discharge in Progress Note (Discharge Type) Include reason for discharge and summary of course of treatment (may or may not be billable) Discharge Diagnosis (Update Diagnosis); Coordinate with MD Update CSI 62

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Assessment Code 93010 Completing Core Assessment, Adult MSE, Client Plan *CODA, *Vocational Assessment and *LOCUS if applicable. Assessing a client for Service/Medical Necessity. Always includes cultural considerations and accommodations. Assessing Diagnostic Criteria and Level of Functioning. Use of Testing Procedures. 64

Plan Development 98500 Service activity involving development and implementation of a plan or intervention. The progress note must clearly document steps for a planned intervention and follow-up. 65

Collateral 95010 Service activity to a significant support person for the purpose of meeting the client s mental health needs as identified in the Service Plan. The significant support person should be identified in the Client Resources section of Client Data and in Service Plan. Note: Medi-Cal will NOT reimburse for services that address the support person s mental health issues. 66

Rehabilitation 94000 Assisting a client in improving, restoring or maintaining Functional Skills Daily Living Skills Social Skills Grooming and Personal Hygiene Skills Meal Preparation Skills Counseling of the client Notes should reflect interventions, progress and response to skill training 67

Individual Therapy 97010 Psychotherapeutic intervention to improve symptoms and functional skills. Guided by the treatment plan. Only an LPHA, or a graduate student trainee under the supervision of an LPHA, may provide individual therapy. 68

Group Session Notes Group Therapy 96510 Vs. Group Session 96520 A group note should include: Type/Title of group Goal/Focus of today s group Client s Receptivity or Response in group Distinct staff roles, if co-facilitated 69

Case Management Brokerage/Targeted Case Management CASE MANAGEMENT BROKERAGE. These services should be included in the Client s Plan (Intervention Section) and include how service benefits client and/or ties to mental health condition. Linkage to Primary Health Care Services Linkage to other mental health services, also with non-mental health services (outside the MHP). Intra and Inter Agency staffing (co-staffing must be non-supervisory, non-duplicative, meaningful planning and implementation). 70

Case Management/Targeted Case Management Targeted Case-Management: services that assist a beneficiary to access needed medical, educational, social, prevocational, vocational, rehabilitative, or other community services. These services activities may include, but are not limited to: Communication, coordination, monitoring of client s progress, placement services, referrals and plan development. Solely for purpose of coordinating placement at time of discharge from hospital, psychiatric health facility or psychiatric nursing facility may be provided during 30 calendar days immediately prior to the day of discharge, for a maximum of three non-consecutives periods of 30 calendar days or less per continuous stay in the facility. 71

Crisis Intervention 95510 72

Crisis Intervention CRISIS INTERVENTION: provided when a client requires an immediate response or intervention to help him/her stabilize and maintain a community setting. A crisis intervention note documents an unplanned service to or on behalf of an individual. Progress note must include the following: 1. A brief succinct narrative of the crisis situation. 2. A description of the intervention provided. 3. The client s response to the interventions. 4. Specific plan to follow-up. 73

Sample Crisis Intervention Note Client s significant other phoned and this writer could hear client screaming and breaking furniture in the background. Client s significant other said that client is not taking his medications and caller asked for immediate assistance. Worker will go to the home to intervene. Gave worker s mobile number to client s significant other. Recommended calling the police immediately or taking client to a local ER for an evaluation if client s significant other feels safe in transporting the client. Plan is to follow up later today with the client s significant other to verify client s status. -Quincy Smith, MHA III 74

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Medication Support Services 97500/97530 Only MDs, RNs, LVNs, and PTs can bill these services Coordinating Medication Services with the Psychiatrist and Nursing Staff 76

Initial Psychiatric Assessment Medication Service Plan Complete Initial Psychiatric Assessment (IPA) at start of services. Complete Medication Service Plan upon prescribing of meds and annually thereafter. Complete psychiatric MSE on annual basis. Complete Progress Notes (Medication type) for ongoing notes. 77

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Non-Billable Codes (See Service Code Manual) Client Community Contact: 20500 Engagement: ENG01 Client No-Show (Missed visit): 90500 Cancellation: 90501 Client Non-Billable Activity: 11111 79

Medi-Cal Non-Reimbursable Services These services should be documented even though they are not reimbursable by Medi-Cal. Examples: Supervision No Shows (missed visit) Engagement Client community contact Transportation Cancellations Administrative Activity 80

Supervision vs. Consultation Supervision (non-billable): Time spent providing supervision to staff/students for the purpose of: Obtaining BBS required clinical hours, and/or To monitor/manage a clinician s learning curve. Consultation (billable): Inter/intra agency communication and coordination with an experienced professional for the purpose of improving treatment and planning interventions. 81

Transportation vs. Travel Time Transportation (non-billable): Physically taking clients from one place to another. Travel Time (billable): The time spent traveling to/from a service site where a mental health service was provided. 82

Filing. Faxing. Administrative Activities (non-billable) Scheduling an Appointment. Leaving/Retrieving a Message. Reserving and setting up a room or audio-visual equipment for a session. Studying/Researching a topic. 83

Other Non-Billables Billing for second staff when the roles appear duplicative, non-essential, or inappropriate for the individual service or group. Excessive billing for chart review with no documented product such as updated plan or concrete outcome resulting from the review. Providing mental health services for someone other than the beneficiary. Providing interpretation services. Non-Mental Health Services. Services provided during Lock-Out situations. 84

Training Day 2 85

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MHSA Service Codes Used for additional services and supports that are not reimbursable to standard Medi-Cal codes Need supervisor approval before using MHSA codes Individual Traditional Healing Practices- 28050 Group Traditional Healing Practices- 28051 MHSA Family-Caregiver Services and Supports- 28047 MHSA Client Services and Supports- 28045 MHSA-Benefits Acquisition- 28048 87

When to Bill for Individual (28050) or Group (28051) Traditional Healing Practices A Traditional Healing Practice is one that is commonly utilized within a particular culture. Traditional Health Service Providers include but are not limited to: Acupuncturist Herbalist Faith Healer Shaman Curandero Religious Leaders Community Elders Accompanying a client to a traditional healing session. Supporting client during a traditional healing session. 88

Sample Individual Traditional Healing Practices Note - 28050 Mr. Vang has requested to see a Shaman to help him with his depression and chronic physical pain. Picked him up at his daughter s home and accompanied him to visit the Shaman chosen by he and his family. Provided support and encouragement following the visit. He indicated that he felt better and wants to return to the Shaman next Saturday. - Vu Yang, MHRS 89

Sample Group Traditional Healing Practices Note - 28051 Writer transported the client to a traditional sweat lodge ceremony and processed the client s experience afterwards. Client reported reduced anxiety during and following the ceremony and thanked writer for supporting her through this experience. - Mary Hamilton, MHA - II 90

When to Bill MHSA Family/Caregiver Services and Supports - 28047 When a service is provided to address the specific needs of a family member or significant support person rather than the needs of the client. Services will not address the client s mental health plan. 91

Sample MHSA Family/Caregiver Services and Supports Note Met with client s daughter (25 years old), Mrs. Smith, for an individual session. Mrs. Smith is overwhelmed by current stressors of taking care of client s mental health and parenting her autistic child. She is requesting assistance with obtaining parenting classes. Helped her to find a parenting group and to develop a plan to enhance her parenting skills. Practiced parenting skills. Provided hope and encouragement. - Pamela Arroyo, MHA - III 92

MHSA Family/Caregiver Services and Supports Tracking Index Records for services provided under MHSA Family/Caregiver Services and Supports (28047) should be filed separately from the primary client s chart. Indicate family member/caregiver s name and relationship on Tracking Index and file or attach to primary client s chart. Decide: does service provided to the family member represent personal health information (i.e.: therapy services). 93

When to Bill MHSA Client Services and Supports - 28045 Provision of a Non-Mental Health Service that impacts a client s overall quality of life. Examples May Include: Legal services (client s legal needs). Recreational Activities (exercising, dancing, golfing, etc). Socialization Activities (senior oriented activities /events, amusement park, etc). Senior nutrition programs. 94

Sample MHSA Client Services Note - 28045 Client requesting assistance after receiving citation for non-payment of fare at Regional Transit Light rail location. Writer assisted client with transportation to RT administration office and attended hearing with client. Writer assisted client with paperwork needed to complete resolution process. Client will receive response within 10 days and will contact writer if further assistance is needed. Services provided so that client can continue to utilize Light rail service which is his primary source of transportation. - Steven Atkins, MHRS 95

When to Bill MHSA Benefits Acquisition 28048 Assisting in filling out paperwork to obtain benefits (Medi-Cal, Social Security, Senior Discount cards, etc.). Transporting a client to a benefits office for an interview. Communication with eligibility workers (i.e. writing letters). 96

Sample MHSA Benefits Acquisition Note - 28043 Met with client to assist with completion of SSI packet. Drove to SSI office to pick up the packet. Walked client through filling out the form; clarified information needed on forms. - Andrew Okimoto, MHA - II 97

Mode 60 Support Services Housing and Flexible Supports intended to improve quality of life Housing Support Expenditures Housing Operating Expenditures Flexible Support Expenditures Non Medi-Cal Client Support Expenditures Money spent will be noted on the Mode 60 Tracking Log 1 Unit = $1 Round to the nearest dollar If a mode 60 expenditure occurs while providing a service for the client or family, then there must be a corresponding progress note documenting the mental health service provided. 98

Client Plan Handout # 9 99

Client Plan Overview The Plan should be clear and will guide treatment. Plan Date. Reason for Services. Presenting problems identified during the assessment with the client and include multiple sources of information including client self-report, collateral information and practitioner s observation. Goals. Expresses the hopes, wishes and expectations for future global goals. Life goals are captured on client s own words. 100

Client Plan Overview Objectives. The steps that will bring about change and meet the treatment goals. Objectives must be specific and measurable and must address the client s mental health condition (symptoms and behaviors). Strengths. Identify the positive assets that the client possesses that will help them to meet their objectives. Barriers. Addresses the difficulties and challenges that the client will face while working toward their objectives. 101

Client Plan Overview Interventions. are strategies and actions that will be taken by: The client, The provider and, Significant others Services to be provided (include CMB to support linkage/coordination) To meet the objectives that support the goal. In addition, it addresses the needs and concerns expressed by the client. 102

Client Plan Overview All Signatures must be obtained within 60 days of start of services. Client signature is required; otherwise document in detail reason(s) for no client signature. Conservator signature required if client is conserved. Provider signature/title as required. Must provide client with copy of the plan at start of services and upon request in the future. 103

Client Plan Overview Services are driven by the Treatment Plan and progress notes should routinely reflect progress, challenges, or barriers. Refer back to the plan regularly to ensure that all parties carry out their assigned responsibilities. Adjust or select new interventions as determined by clinical need and status toward objective achievement. 104

Client Plan Request for Continuation of Services from Adult Access Team. Required for all Programs regardless of funding source. 105

Member Handbook & Problem Resolution Guide Provide and review Member Handbook and Problem Resolution Guide to client and caregiver at start of services. The Handbook and Guide are available on the web and in Sacramento County threshold languages. For assistance, contact: Melody Boyle, LCSW 875-6280 BoyleM@SacCounty.net Member Services: 888-881-4881 916-875-6069 916-876-8853 (TTY) 106

Resources and Contact Information DOCUMENTATION & UTILIZATION REVIEW, AVATAR CWS, and QM QUESTIONS Tiffany Greer, LCSW, MPA 875-2077 GreerTi@SacCounty.net QMInformation@saccounty.net 107

Additional Contact Information CODA/LOCUS QUESTIONS Jesus Cervantes, Psy D., LMFT 875-9875, cervantesj@saccounty.net 108

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