Medicaid is one of many federally funded programs that assist children/families to receive health services.  In 1988, Congress passed legislation that provided medically necessary services for children that have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in conjunction with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).  In 1995 school districts became eligible to receive reimbursement for school-based services.  Clay County was an early participant in this reimbursement process.  The purpose of this program is to provide reimbursement for medically necessary services provided by the school district for Medicaid-eligible students.  PCG has demonstrated expertise in assisting districts in billing Medicaid for covered services to eligible students.

The district has utilized a contract-based fee-for-service Medicaid reimbursement system since 2015. As the district prepares for the movement to Synergy, transitioning to a more comprehensive system for Medicaid claiming is needed.

The district has utilized a technology-based reimbursement system since 2015.  The system was a good initial platform.  As the district needs have evolved, moving to a program that seamlessly incorporates therapy services, behavioral and counseling services, transportation and nursing services is warranted.  The PCG system includes electronic tracking of services and the ability to log progress toward IEP goals.  The system has some customizable features that will decrease the time therapists spend entering documentation.

The combination of web-based documentation, comprehensive electronic health data management, IEP goal logging, and scheduling services will provide a comprehensive solution for documentation and reimbursement

Goal 2:  Improve management of district-wide operations and facilities. 

Approve contract for Public Consulting Group, Inc. (PCG) Contract for Medicaid Reimbursement Services