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The CDC+ Enrollment Packet is a vital component of the Consumer Directed Care Plus program, mailed concurrently to the consultant and the consumer. It ensures that all applications are complete, with documents reviewed within three to five business days. Authorized personnel must sign key forms, including the Budget Authorization Form and IRS forms for tax purposes. The packet details budget planning and service codes to facilitate proper allocation for waiver services. For submission, send via fax or mail to the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. For inquiries, contact customer service.
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Consumer Directed Care Plus Module: CDC+ Enrollment Packet
INTRODUCTION • The CDC+ Enrollment Packet is the second packet in the enrollment process. • The Enrollment Packet is mailed to the consultant at the same time the consumer receives the CDC+ Program Guidelines. • Enrollment packets are reviewed by staff within three to five business days of receipt. • Consultants are notified of any corrections needed to complete the enrollment process.
CDC+ Enrollment Packet The enrollment packet is created and mailed to the consultant after: • A complete application packet has been received, reviewed, and entered into the CDC+ system; • The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issues an Employer Identification Number (EIN); and • Background screening clearance has been received for the representative, if applicable.
Documentation Maintaining accurate and complete documentation is one of the most important responsibilities DOEA has as a Fiscal/Employer Agent (F/EA). • CDC+ Program Office staff may return documents for corrections in order to meet program standards and requirements. • CDC+ Program Office staff are prohibited from making corrections to documents on behalf of the consumer or the consultant.
Budget Authorization Form (BAF) Must be signed by an authorized person having budget authority.
CDC+ Budget Plan • Identifies how the monthly allocation will be used by the consumer to receive the services reflected in the waiver care plan; • Lists the appropriate Service/Cash/Savings Codes for each item; and • Includes an emergency back-up plan for critical services.
CDC+ Service Codes • Service codes are used to identify the goods and services that may be purchased through CDC+. • All items on the CDC+ Budget Plan must be identified by one of the service codes. • A list of service codes is available at www.cdcplus.org under Information Available for Download: Service/Cash/Savings Codes.
How to Submit theCDC+ Enrollment Packet The CDC+ Enrollment Packet can be submitted to the CDC+ Program Office in one of the following methods: • Fax to: 850-414-2310 - OR - • Mail to: Florida Department of Elder Affairs Consumer Directed Care Plus (CDC+) 4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 350 Tallahassee, FL 32399-7000
Technical Assistance All questions regarding this training module should be directed to: • Customer Service: 1-866-232-3733 • Email: cdcplus@elderaffairs.org