Focus Areas

245G Licensing Support: We guide you through the entire licensing process, from initial application to final approval. This includes helping you understand and meet all necessary requirements, such as staffing qualifications, facility standards, and documentation protocols.

Program Development: We assist in creating comprehensive SUD treatment programs that align with 245G standards. This involves developing evidence-based treatment plans, ensuring that your services meet state guidelines, and integrating best practices for patient care.

Compliance Monitoring and Audits: We provide ongoing support to ensure your program remains compliant with 245G regulations. This includes conducting internal audits, reviewing documentation, and preparing for state inspections to mitigate any potential compliance issues.

Training and Professional Development: Our team offers training programs for your staff on 245G requirements, as well as best practices in SUD treatment. This ensures that your team is well-equipped to meet state standards and provide effective care.

Policy and Procedure Development: We help you develop and implement policies and procedures that meet the 245G regulatory framework. This includes creating protocols for client intake, treatment planning, record-keeping, and discharge processes.

BHH Program Development: We help design and implement a comprehensive BHH program tailored to your organization’s needs. This includes defining core services, integrating care coordination, and ensuring alignment with DHS guidelines.

Compliance and Documentation Support: Our team assists in meeting all DHS compliance requirements, including proper documentation, reporting, and record-keeping. We ensure that your program meets all regulatory standards and is prepared for audits or reviews.

Application for Service Line Enhancement: We provide expert guidance in completing the application process for enhancing your BHH service line. This includes helping you prepare the necessary documentation, defining service enhancements, and ensuring that your application meets all DHS criteria for approval.

Site Visit Preparation and Support: We prepare your facility for the DHS site visit, which is crucial for gaining approval to operate or enhance your BHH services. This includes conducting mock audits, reviewing compliance with physical site requirements, and providing support during the actual site visit to ensure a smooth approval process.

Staff Training and Development: We offer training programs for your BHH team, focusing on the BHH model of care, person-centered planning, and care coordination with primary care services. This ensures your staff is fully prepared to deliver high-quality care within the BHH framework.

Quality Assurance and Performance Monitoring: We provide ongoing quality assurance services to monitor the effectiveness of your BHH program. This includes implementing performance metrics, conducting internal audits, and preparing for external reviews to ensure continuous improvement.

Client Engagement and Retention Strategies: We develop strategies to enhance client engagement and retention in your BHH program, focusing on personalized care plans, effective communication, and addressing barriers to care.

1115 Waiver Application and Submission: We guide you through the entire application process for the 1115 waiver, ensuring that all required documentation is complete and accurate. Our team assists in drafting the waiver proposal, detailing your program’s objectives, and aligning with federal and state priorities to increase the likelihood of approval.

Service Line Enhancement and Program Design: We work with you to design and implement service line enhancements that leverage the 1115 waiver. This includes developing innovative models of care, integrating new services, and ensuring that your program meets both federal and DHS guidelines.

Regulatory Compliance and Documentation: Our consultants ensure that your implementation plan adheres to all regulatory requirements. We assist with maintaining thorough documentation and reporting processes that demonstrate compliance with the 1115 waiver terms and conditions.

Site Visit Preparation and Approval Support: We prepare your organization for the DHS site visit, a critical step in the 1115 waiver approval process. This includes conducting mock audits, reviewing compliance with site and service requirements, and providing on-site support during the visit to ensure a successful outcome.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: We help you develop strategies to engage stakeholders, including patients, community partners, and payers, ensuring broad support for your 1115 waiver initiatives. Effective communication plans are essential for garnering buy-in and ensuring smooth implementation.

Financial Planning and Sustainability: Our team assists in creating financial models and sustainability plans to maximize the long-term benefits of the 1115 waiver. We help you navigate reimbursement structures, optimize funding, and ensure that your program remains financially viable.

Ongoing Monitoring and Evaluation: We provide continuous support to monitor the implementation of your 1115 waiver program, ensuring it meets performance metrics and compliance standards. Our team conducts regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement and adjust strategies as needed to achieve your goals.

Supervision Program Development: We help design and implement a peer supervision program that meets Minnesota DHS requirements. This includes developing clear protocols for supervision, aligning with best practices in peer recovery, and ensuring that the program supports both peer specialists and the clients they serve.

LADC Supervision Compliance: We ensure that your peer supervision program is compliant with Minnesota regulations, which require supervision by a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). Our consultants assist in establishing supervision schedules, documentation practices, and communication protocols that meet state standards.

Training and Support for LADCs: We provide specialized training for LADCs on the nuances of supervising peer recovery specialists. This includes guidance on how to effectively mentor peers, address ethical considerations, and support the professional development of peer staff.

Documentation and Record-Keeping: We help you implement robust documentation processes for all supervision activities. This includes developing templates for supervision notes, ensuring that all interactions are properly recorded, and maintaining compliance with DHS reporting requirements.

Site Visit Preparation and Approval: If your program is subject to a DHS site visit, we prepare your organization to meet all supervisory standards. This includes conducting mock audits, reviewing documentation practices, and providing on-site support to ensure your supervision program is fully compliant and ready for review.

Continuous Quality Improvement: We assist in establishing a continuous quality improvement process for your supervision program. This includes regular evaluations of supervisory practices, feedback loops for peer specialists, and adjustments to the program to enhance effectiveness and compliance.

Peer Specialist Support and Development: Beyond supervision, we offer strategies to support the ongoing development of peer recovery specialists. This includes training on best practices, resilience building, and professional growth, ensuring that your peer staff are well-prepared and supported in their roles.