(305 ILCS 5/5-5a.1) Sec. 5-5a.1. Telehealth services for persons with
intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Department
shall file an amendment to the Home and Community-Based
Services Waiver Program for Adults with Developmental
Disabilities authorized under Section 1915(c) of the Social
Security Act to incorporate telehealth services administered
by a provider of telehealth services that demonstrates
knowledge and experience in providing medical and emergency services
for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Department shall pay administrative fees associated with implementing telehealth services for all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are receiving services under the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities.
(Source: P.A. 103-102, eff. 7-1-23.) |