Medicaid recipients twenty-two years of age and older seeking admission to a nursing home must be medically approved (screening) by the Coordination Of Care Department at Elder Services of Berkshire County.
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Although most of the nursing home screenings are submitted from the nursing facilities or hospitals, a pre-admission screening from other community members such as a relative, concerned neighbor, home health agency, etc. can also be requested. During the screening process, options other than placement in a nursing home may be suggested if appropriate. If someone is determined inappropriate for nursing home placement, a case manager from Elder Services will develop a community based service plan. There is no charge to the client for this assessment. |
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Again, the Coordination Of Care department determines medical eligibility only. Financial application must be made to the Springfield Long Term Care Office.
For additional information, please contact us at:
Telephone #(413)499-0524 or #1-800-544-5242
Fax #(413)445-5398
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