2013 Maryland Code
HEALTH - GENERAL
§ 15-804 - Individualized support plan

§15-804.

(a) Each consumer’s services shall be based on an individualized support plan that is:

(1) Jointly developed by the consumer or the consumer’s representative and the Department or its designee;

(2) Approved by the consumer or the consumer’s representative; and

(3) Given to the consumer and the consumer’s representative in writing or other appropriate and understandable format.

(b) The individualized support plan shall specify:

(1) The scope of attendant services and supports and the hours that the services are to be provided;

(2) Alternative sources for attendant services and supports, including the means of ensuring substitute and emergency attendant services and supports;

(3) A mechanism to coordinate attendant services and supports with health care services that the consumer receives;

(4) An initial assessment of the consumer’s needs and the frequency of reassessment;

(5) The method of service delivery;

(6) The degree and frequency of supervision of the personal assistant necessary for effective delivery of attendant services and supports;

(7) The means to adjust services and hours when changes are needed; and

(8) Complaint and appeal procedures.