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The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: (1)CDS option--Consumer directed services option. As defined in §41.103(8) of this title (relating to Definitions), a service delivery option in which a CDS option participant or legally authorized representative employs and retains a service provider and directs the delivery of a program service, including a service described in §68.101 of this chapter (relating to Application). (2)CDS option participant--A person who receives a service described in §68.101 of this chapter using the CDS option. (3)CDSA--Consumer directed service agency. As defined in §41.103(9) of this title, an entity that contracts with DADS to provide financial management services to a CDS option participant. (4)Contractor--An entity that contracts with DADS to provide a service described in §68.101 of this chapter. (5)DADS--The Department of Aging and Disability Services. (6)DADS website--The website at www.dads.state.tx.us. (7)EVV system--Electronic visit verification system. An electronic visit verification system that: (A)allows a service provider to electronically document: (i)the service recipient's identity; (ii)the service provider's identity; (iii)the date and time the service provider begins and ends the delivery of services; (iv)the location of service delivery; and (v)tasks performed by the service provider; and (B)meets other guidelines described on the DADS website. (8)Service provider--A person who provides a service described in §68.101 of this chapter and who is employed or contracted by: (A)a contractor; or (B)a CDS option participant.
This agency hereby
certifies that the adoption has
been reviewed by legal counsel and found to be a valid exercise of
the agency's legal authority.
Filed with the Office
of the Secretary of State on December 10, 2010
TRD-201007008 Kenneth L. Owens
General Counsel
Department of Aging and Disability Services
Effective date: January 1, 2011
Proposal publication date: October 22, 2010
For further information, please call: (512) 438-3734
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