General Provisions

(1) Scope and Purpose and Effective Date. 114.5 CMR 4.00 governs rates of payment by governmentalunits to providers of health care services which are not governed by any other Division regulation. 114.5 CMR 4.00 is effective January 1, 1999. (2) Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 114.5 CMR 4.00 is not an authorization for or approval ofthe substantive services and accommodations included within 114.5CMR4.00. Governmentalunits which purchase health care services from providers are responsible for definition, authorization and approval of care and services extended publicly aided individuals. Information concerning substantive program requirements must be obtained from the appropriate government unit. (3) Authority. 114.5 CMR 4.00 is adopted pursuant to M.G.L. c. 118G.