Sec. 6. (a) The division shall do the following:
(1) Carry out the general administration and supervision of programs and activities receiving assistance under this chapter, monitor programs and activities implemented by the state, regardless of whether the programs and activities are receiving assistance under this chapter, and ensure that the state complies with 20 U.S.C. 1431 through 1444 in implementing this chapter.
(2) Identify and coordinate all available resources from federal, state, local, and private sources, and use all applicable resources to the full extent of the resources.
(3) Develop procedures to ensure that early intervention services are provided to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families in a timely manner pending the resolution of disputes among public agencies and providers.
(4) Resolve disputes within an agency or between agencies.
(5) Enter into formal interagency agreements that define the financial responsibility of each agency for paying for early intervention services consistent with Indiana law and procedures for resolving disputes, including all additional components necessary to ensure meaningful cooperation and coordination.
(6) Develop and implement utilization review procedures for services provided under this chapter.
(7) Adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to establish a cost participation schedule for purposes of section 17 of this chapter.
(b) The state shall designate an individual or entity responsible for assigning financial responsibility among appropriate agencies under this chapter.
As added by P.L.93-2006, SEC.11. Amended by P.L.210-2015, SEC.28; P.L.108-2019, SEC.191.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 12.7. Child Development Services
Chapter 2. Infants and Toddlers With Disabilities Program
12-12.7-2-3. "Early Intervention Services"
12-12.7-2-4. "Infants and Toddlers With Disabilities"
12-12.7-2-5. Purposes of Chapter
12-12.7-2-6. Administration and Supervision; Financial Responsibility
12-12.7-2-6.5. Make-Up Therapy Sessions
12-12.7-2-7. Establishment of Council
12-12.7-2-9. Appointment and Terms of Council Members
12-12.7-2-10. Election and Terms of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
12-12.7-2-13. Frequency of Meetings
12-12.7-2-14. Budget; Use of Funds
12-12.7-2-14.5. Per Diems; Traveling Expenses; Reimbursements
12-12.7-2-15. Powers and Duties
12-12.7-2-16. Advice and Assistance Regarding Other Services
12-12.7-2-17. Cost Participation Schedule; Cost Participation Plan
12-12.7-2-17.3. Presumed Income if Receiving Benefits
12-12.7-2-17.5. Remedies for Failure to Pay for Services
12-12.7-2-18. Adoption of Rules
12-12.7-2-20. Mandatory Features of Statewide Early Intervention Services System
12-12.7-2-22. Appropriation Distribution
12-12.7-2-23. "Covered Plan"; Reimbursement Rate for Early Intervention Services