Taxonomy Code 251X00000X(251x00000x)
Supports Brokerage Agency. Providers: 1
Supports Brokerage Agency Providers
| NPI | Name | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Gallagher Koster A Division Of Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Ser |
Organization |
500 Victory Rd Quincy, MA |
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| Taxonomy Code | 251X00000X |
| Display Name | Supports Brokerage Agency |
| Taxonomy Group | Agencies |
| Taxonomy Classification | Supports Brokerage |
| Definition | A provider of service/function that assists participating individuals to make informed decisions about what will work best for them is consistent with their needs and reflects their individual circumstances. Serving as the agent of the individual, the service is available to assist in identifying immediate and long-term needs, developing options to meet those needs and accessing identified supports and services and may include assistance with recruiting, screening, hiring, and training in-home support providers. A family or person-centered planning approach is used. Supports Brokerage offers practical skills training to enable families and individuals to remain independent. Examples of skills training include providing information on recruiting and hiring personal care workers, managing personal care workers and providing information on effective communication and problem solving. The service/function provides sufficient information to assure that individuals understand the responsibilities involved with self-direction and assist in the development of an effective back-up and emergency plan. Plans may elect to fulfill the requirement of this service/function using a self-directed case manager or creating a distinct service. The Supports Brokerage documents the need for assistive services, planning for and documenting the use of excess funds and locating and maintaining services. |
| Effective Date | September 30, 2009 |