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SCDHHS Updates Home and Community-based Services Provider Manual
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) has updated its Community Long Term Care (CTLC) Provider Manual and changed the name of the manual to the Home and Community-based Services (HCBS) Provider Manual. The updated manual is now available on the providers manual page of SCDHHS’ website.
SCDHHS Expanding Coverage for Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Effective for dates of service on or after July 1, 2024, the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) is expanding its existing coverage of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for full-benefit Healthy Connections Medicaid members. CGM will be covered under either the pharmacy or durable medical equipment (DME) State Plan benefit.
Video Magnifiers for Visually Impaired: Lunch & Learn Seminar
The South Carolina Assisted Technology Program (SCATP) will be hosting a free, in-person lunch and learn seminar, "Using Standard Video Magnifiers to Build Custom Solutions," onJuly 23, 2024, from noon to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the Center for Disability Resources, 8301 Farrow Road, Columbia, SC 29208. Registration is required, please visit here.
Free Regional Mckinney-Vento Summits: Rights & Resources for SC Families
More and more South Carolina families are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability. Family Connection of South Carolina (FCSC) wants these families to learn more about rights and resources for students under two federal laws, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. These free, one-day trainings are open to professionals and community-based organizations and will include an in-depth discussion on identification, coordination, and implementation in South Carolina. Registration is free, visit here to sign up.
Clemson Hosting 2024 Wheelchair Tennis Championships
Clemson Adaptive Sports and Recreation is excited to host the 2024 Clemson Wheelchair Tennis Championships on July 19-21, at the beautiful Hoke Sloan Tennis Center on the campus of Clemson University. Please read below and stay tuned for continuing updates regarding hotels, play format, etc. We look forward to hosting you this summer.
SCDHHS Rate Increases for Rehabilitative Services
Effective for dates of service on or after July 1, 2024, the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) will update the reimbursement methodology and rates for Medicaid State Plan-covered rehabilitative occupational, physical and speech therapy services. Through this bulletin, SCDHHS is also updating its co-treatment policies, which are described in the Rehabilitative Therapy and Audiological Services provider manual.
SCDHHS Updates ASD Services: New Coverage and Corrected Service Limit
This serves as an update to Medicaid Bulletin MB# 24-024. MB# 24-024 announced the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) will add coverage of additional autism spectrum disorder (ASD) services effective for dates of service on or after July 1, 2024. However, the bulletin included an incorrect service limit for procedure code 97152. Effective July 1, 2024, the service limit for procedure code 97152 will be 21 units/day. A correction has been added to the posting of MB# 24-024 on SCDHHS’ website and an updated table of new ASD services and their reimbursement rates is available below.
LCD Offers Free Advocacy Seminar for Latino Families in the Disability Community
The Latino Community Development (LCD) program is offering Possibilities Without End SC, a free one-day seminar that provides Latino families resources for their loved ones with disabilities. The seminar will be on June 24, 2024, at the LCD office, 217 Park Terrace Dr. Suite 100, Columbia, SC 29212. Participants that would like to attend the self-advocacy training sessions can register at the link below, LCD representatives will respond back to confirm registration. If there are any questions, please contact (803) 677-7360, or 803-677-7360, or email: zimri@latinocdc.org.
Expanded Coverage for ASD Services by SCDHHS
Effective for dates of service on or after July 1, 2024, the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) will add coverage of additional autism spectrum disorder (ASD) services. This coverage expansion applies to full-benefit South Carolina Healthy Connections Medicaid members. The new covered services announced in this bulletin will be added to the ASD Services provider manual and ASD fee schedule available on SCDHHS’ website by July 1, 2024. SCDHHS is making these changes to support greater access to ASD services, enhance the state’s provider network and ensure services are delivered effectively. The addition of these services will complete the available service array for Healthy Connections Medicaid members for ASD services.
Jazz for Justice: Preventing Elder Abuse
The Appalachian Council of Governments in partnership with the Bons Secours St. Francis Life Wise Program presents Jazz for Justice concert in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). WEAAD is an opportunity for people or organizations to take action to protect older people by raising awareness about elder abuse, why it occurs, and how to stop it.
Greenville County Meals on Wheels Looking for Summer Volunteers
Greenville County Meals on Wheels (GCMOW) needs some volunteers to assist with their programs. With many of their regular volunteers heading off on vacation over the next few months, they need help filling their spots.
Free Computer Game Coding Camp for Autistic High Schoolers: EdASE at Clemson
The Educating Autistic Software Engineers (EdASE) at Clemson University will be hosting its fifth annual virtual computer game coding camp this summer. This FREE virtual camp is for high school students on the autism spectrum (ASD). The camp will expose students to high-level video game design and development and provide opportunities for networking with peers. While developing their video game, students will improve their teamwork skills such as communication and collaboration. Throughout the camp, campers will learn the high-level process of software development, game development, interpersonal communication, collaboration, and end up with their own game, from scratch.
Advancing the Science: Latest Alzheimer's & Dementia Treatments | Free Webinar
The South Carolina Alzheimer's Association (SCAA) is offering, Advancing the Science, webinar covering the latest advancements and treatments in Alzheimer's and Dementia on June 20, 2024 at 12:00 pm. Acoording to SCAA, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s — an escalating health crisis that affects many in the community. At the same time, significant progress in Alzheimer’s research has led to advancements in diagnosing, treating and preventing dementia. Join the SCAA to learn more about the latest in Alzheimer’s research, and how the Alzheimer’s Association is leading the way toward a world without Alzheimer’s and all dementia.
Troop Appreciation Foundation Honors Wounded Warriors with a Fishing Derby
The Troop Appreciation Foundation (TAF) will be taking 50+ Wounded Warriors for a fishing adventure this Thursday, June 13, 2024, on Lake Murray. The sixth annual event, provides a free day of striper fishing, awards for big fish and a lunch served at the Lake Murray Sailing Club.
SC LEND Accepting Applications for 2024-2025 Training Program
The South Carolina Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (SC LEND) program presents a unique and vital opportunity to address some of South Carolina’s current challenges by preparing and educating culturally competent professionals and interprofessional trainees across the state and across currently established systems of care. The purpose of the LEND training program is to improve the health of infants, children, and adolescents with disabilities.
2024 WEAAD Walk: Uniting Against Elder Abuse
The SC Department on Aging and SC Department of Social Services are hosting the 2024 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Walk on June 14, 2024. Celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Month (WEAAD) by participating in Walk for WEAAD on June 14, 2024 at DSS State Office, 1535 Confederate Ave, Columbia, SC 29201 beginning at 9 a.m. Pre-register for the walk at.
ACHM Hosts Free Family Fun Day & Sensory Morning
The Aiken County Museum is (ACHM) hosting a free Family Fun Day with sensory morning for those with special needs. The event is Saturday, June 8 starting at 10 am at 433 Newberry St SW, Aiken, SC 29801. Attendees will celebrate Richard Flint Howe's 161st birthday with cake, a craft activity, and a tour!
SCDHHS Resumes Provider Revalidation Process for Medicare and Medicaid
Flexibilities offered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to all state Medicaid agencies during the federal COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE), allowed for the temporary suspension of the Medicaid provider enrollment revalidation process. With the conclusion of the federal PHE in 2023, the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) is required to resume the provider revalidation process. SCDHHS will restart this process in June 2024.
SCDHHS Proposes ID/RD and MCC Waiver Amendments
Caregivers of ID/RD wavier participants – SC Medicaid is proposing new coaching services for behavioral support!. The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) will be submitting an amendment to 1915(c) home and community-based waiver amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The amendment adds caregiver coaching service to the Intellectual Disability/Related Disabilities (ID/RD) waiver program. This new service will provide training and support to family caregivers of waiver participants with an assessed need for behavior supports. Implementation is subject to approval by CMS with an implementation target date on or after October 1, 2024.
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