General Provisions

(1) Scope. 101 CMR 412.00 governs the payment rates for family transitional support (FTS) services purchased by a governmental unit. (2) Applicable Dates of Service. Rates contained in 101 CMR 412.00 apply for dates of service provided on or after July 1, 2024. (3) Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 412.00 is neither authorization for nor approval of the services for which rates are determined pursuant to 101 CMR 412.00. Governmental units that purchase the services described in 101 CMR 412.00 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 412.00. (5) Services and Rates Covered by Other Regulations. Payment rates for the services listed in 101 CMR 412.01(5) are not included within the scope of 101 CMR 412.00 and are governed by other regulations promulgated by EOHHS as follows. Service Regulation Client Financial Assistance/Flex Funding Administration 101 CMR 414.00: Rates for Family Stabilization Services