HB 5576
Relating to Socially Necessary Services (SNS) Accountability and Streamlining Act
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to improve accountability and streamline the process for Socially Necessary Services (SNS) providers in West Virginia. It requires providers who travel over 3,000 miles during a 92-day authorization period to maintain detailed mileage logs and provide supporting documentation. The Department of Human Services will implement a tiered reporting system, encouraging the use of digital reporting forms and GPS tracking software, with the cost of technology borne by the provider agency. Providers using approved technology will receive expedited payment.
Key provisions
- Requires providers traveling over 3,000 miles to maintain detailed mileage logs.
- Mandates supporting documentation for mileage reports under 3,000 miles.
- Promotes the use of digital reporting forms to reduce errors.
- Encourages the adoption of GPS tracking software.
- Places the cost of technology on the provider agency.
- Expedited payment status for providers using approved technology.
Who is affected
- Socially Necessary Services (SNS) providers
- Department of Human Services
- Individuals receiving SNS services
Notable changes
- Introduces a tiered reporting system based on mileage.
- Requires specific documentation for mileage verification.
- Mandates the use of digital reporting forms and GPS tracking.
Fiscal impact
The cost of procuring and implementing technology will be borne by the provider agencies.
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