Section 388-106-0274. Are there limits to the assistive technology I may receive?

(1) Assistive technology excludes:

(a) Any purchase that is solely for recreational purposes;

(b) Applications for devices that are sold separately from the device, subscriptions, and data plan charges, or items that require a monthly recurring fee;

(c) Medical supplies and medical equipment;

(d) Home modifications; and

(e) Any item that would otherwise be covered under any other payment source, including but not limited to, medicare, medicaid, and private insurance.

(2) In combination with skills acquisition training, assistive technology purchases are limited to a yearly amount determined by the department per fiscal year.

(3) To help decide whether to authorize this service, the department may require a treating professional's written recommendation regarding the need for the assistive technology evaluation. The treating professional making this recommendation must:

(a) Have personal knowledge of or experience with the requested assistive technology; and

(b) Have examined you, reviewed your medical records, and have knowledge of your level of functioning, and ability to use the technology.

(4) Your choice of services is limited to the most cost effective option that meets your health and welfare needs.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090, 74.09.520, 74.39A.400 and 42 C.F.R. § 441.500-590. WSR 16-04-020, § 388-106-0274, filed 1/22/16, effective 2/22/16.]

RCW 74.08.090, 74.09.520, 74.39A.400 and 42 C.F.R. § 441.500-590. WSR 16-04-020, § 388-106-0274, filed 1/22/16, effective 2/22/16.