Iowa Admin. Code r. 441-224.1 - [Effective 7/1/2025] Definitions
"Aging and disability resource center" or "ADRC" means a person-centered navigation and coordination system that blends and braids service delivery methods and funding to ensure supports and services contribute to a consumer's ability to remain at home and in the consumer's community. Supports and services are provided according to the individual's wants and needs.
"Aging and disability resource center member organization" or "ADRC member organization" means a local ADRC organization that provides ADRC information and assistance and person-centered functions at the local level.
"Information and assistance" means a service that provides an individual with current information on opportunities and services available within the individual's communities; identifies the problems and capacities of the individual; links the individual to the opportunities and services that are available; and, to the maximum extent practicable, ensures that the individual receives the services needed and is aware of the opportunities available by establishing adequate follow-up procedures.
"Medicaid administrative claiming" or "MAC" means federal matching funds under Medicaid are available for costs incurred by the state for administrative activities that directly support efforts to identify and enroll potential eligibles into Medicaid; support the provision of medical services covered under the state Medicaid plan when those activities are performed either directly by Iowa Medicaid or through contract or interagency agreement with another entity, such as a designated ADRC; or both.
"Navigator" means a person who provides ADRC information and assistance services, options counseling services, or both.
"Options counseling" means an interactive process whereby individuals receive guidance to make an informed choice about long-term supports. The process is directed by the individual and may include others whom the individual chooses or those who are legally authorized to represent the individual.
"System navigation" means in-person, online, and telephonic support for problem solving and navigation of the services and supports available. System navigators ensure individuals and families who encounter barriers in accessing services and support are able to navigate health care, social services, and legal systems.
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