Action:
MR Removal and Updates
Action 6912
General Information
| Action Summary |
To remove the highly offensive term, “mentally retarded” from DMAS regulations and replaces it with either, “individuals with developmental disabilities” or when required to match federal regulations, the more narrow term, “individuals with intellectual disabilities.” |
| Chapters Affected |
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VAC |
Chapter Name |
Action Type |
| Primary |
12 VAC 30-10 |
State Plan Under Title XIX of the Social Security Act Medical Assistance Program; General Provisions |
Amend Existing Regulation
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| Other chapters |
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12 VAC 30 - 110 |
Eligibility and Appeals |
Amend Existing Regulation
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12 VAC 30 - 130 |
Amount, Duration and Scope of Selected Services |
Amend Existing Regulation
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12 VAC 30 - 20 |
Administration of Medical Assistance Services |
Amend Existing Regulation
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12 VAC 30 - 40 |
Eligibility Conditions and Requirements |
Amend Existing Regulation
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12 VAC 30 - 50 |
Amount, Duration, and Scope of Medical and Remedial Care and Services |
Amend Existing Regulation
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12 VAC 30 - 60 |
Standards Established and Methods Used to Assure High Quality Care |
Amend Existing Regulation
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| Executive Branch Review |
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act, but falls within the Executive Branch and
will be reviewed by the Governor's Office.
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| RIS Project |
Yes [8220] |
| New Periodic Review |
This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review.
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Stages
Stages associated with this regulatory action.
| Stage ID |
Stage Type |
Status |
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11003
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Final
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Governor's office review in progress. |
Contact Information
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Name / Title:
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Syreeta Stewart
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Regulations and Guidance Documents Supervisor
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Address:
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600 E. Broad St., Suite 1300
Richmond, VA 23219
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Email Address:
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Syreeta.Stewart@dmas.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)298-3863
FAX: (804)786-1680
TDD: (800)343-0634
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