General Provisions

(1) Scope and Purpose. 101 CMR 307.00 establishes payment rates for psychiatric day treatment center services rendered by eligible providers to publicly aided individuals. The rates set forth in 101 CMR 307.00 also apply to individuals covered by M.G.L. c. 152 (the Workers’ Compensation Act). (2) Applicable Dates of Service. Rates contained in 101 CMR 307.00 apply for dates of service provided on or after March 13, 2026. (3) Coverage. The payment rates in 101 CMR 307.00 constitute full compensation for psychiatric day treatment center services provided to publicly aided and workers’ compensation individuals including, but not limited to, administrative or supervisory duties and costs in connection with service provision. (4) Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 307.00 is not authorization for or approval of the substantive services, or lengths of time, for which rates are paid pursuant to 101 CMR 307.00. Governmental units or workers’ compensation insurers that purchase services from eligible providers are responsible for the definition, authorization, and approval of care and services extended to covered individuals and the length of time for which the approval is applicable. (5) Administrative Bulletins. EOHHS may issue administrative bulletins to clarify its policy upon and understanding of substantive provisions of 101 CMR 307.00.