Washington Administrative Code
Title 182 - Health Care Authority
WASHINGTON APPLE HEALTH
Chapter 182-543 - Medical equipment, supplies, and appliances
Section 182-543-4300 - Wheelchairs-Modifications, accessories, and repairs

Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 182-543-4300

Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024

(1) The medicaid agency pays for, with prior authorization, wheelchair accessories and modifications that are specifically identified by the manufacturer as separate line item charges. To receive payment, providers must submit the following to the agency:

(a) A completed General Information for Authorization form (HCA 13-835). The agency's electronic forms are available online (see WAC 182-543-7000, Authorization);

(b) A completed Prescription Form (HCA 13-794);

(c) A completed Medical Necessity for Wheelchair Purchase (for home clients only) form (HCA 13-727). The date on this form (HCA 13-727) must not be dated prior to the date on the Prescription Form (HCA 13-794);

(d) The make, model, and serial number of the wheelchair to be modified;

(e) The modification requested; and

(f) Any specific information regarding the client's medical condition that necessitates the modification.

(2) The agency pays for transit option restraints only when used for client-owned vehicles.

(3) The agency pays for, with prior authorization, wheelchair repairs. To receive payment, providers must submit the following to the agency:

(a) General Information for Authorization form (HCA 13-835). The agency's electronic forms are available online (see WAC 182-543-7000 );

(b) A completed Medical Necessity for Wheelchair Purchase form (for home clients only) (HCA 13-727);

(c) The make, model, and serial number of the wheelchair to be repaired; and

(d) The repair requested.

(4) Prior authorization is required for the repair and modification of client-owned equipment.

11-14-075, recodified as §182-543-4300, filed 6/30/11, effective 7/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090 and 74.04.050. 11-14-052, § 388-543-4300, filed 6/29/11, effective 8/1/11.

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