Use this procedure to record the general authorization information, which includes whether a special needs rate is paid and whether in-home care is provided.
The General Authorization Information Summary page displays.
Review the information in Authorization General Information section.
Click Add New General Information to add new authorization attribute information.
The General Authorization Information Detail page displays.
Select an appropriate attribute Description from the dropdown menu (required).
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The VaCMS pays the special needs rate when indicated on this page. The VaCMS pays the vendor the lower of the vendor’s special needs rate and twice the maximum reimbursable rate (MRR). |
Select the appropriate Status from the dropdown menu (required).
Enter the Effective Begin Date for the authorization attribute information (required).
Click Save + Continue.
Proceed to Authorization Funding Program Information.
The general authorization information is recorded.
Updated 05/02/2014