General Provisions

(1) Scope. 101 CMR 410.00 governs the payment rates for competitive integrated employment services (CIES) purchased by a governmental unit. CIES are provided to assist clients to obtain and retain competitive employment in an integrated, community-based work setting with wages and benefits that are comparable to those received by other workers in similar positions. CIES consist of five separate service components, each associated with a specific client outcome: intake, evaluation, and assessment; job-targeted educational and skills development activities; job development and placement; initial employment supports; and ongoing and interim supports. CIES are furnished under an Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) Master Agreement (MA). Providers qualified to deliver CIES under the MA will be engaged separately by EOHHS departments to deliver specified services. (2) Applicable Dates of Service. Rates contained in 101 CMR 410.00 apply for dates of service provided on or after July 1, 2026. (3) Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 410.00 is neither authorization for nor approval of the services for which rates are determined pursuant to 101 CMR 410.00. Governmental units that purchase CIES are responsible for the definition, authorization, and approval of services extended to clients. (4) Administrative Bulletins. EOHHS may issue administrative bulletins to clarify its policy on substantive provisions of 101 CMR 410.00.