COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

Department of Medical Assistance Services

Cynthia B. Jones Suite 1300

Director 600 East Broad Street

richmond, va 23219

804/786/7933

800/343-0634 (TDD)

www.dmas.virginia.gov

September 23, 2016

Dear Medicaid Providers:

The Department of Medical Assistance Services will be conducting two WebEx training seminars regarding the Annual Level of Care. This training is recommended for new participating providers and new staff who are responsible for conducting the Annual Level of Care. Each training session will focus on:

·  The Annual LOC

·  Explanation of CFR related to annual LOC

·  Functional criteria

·  Medical Nursing Needs

·  Helpful Hints

·  Specific guidance for some difficult determinations

·  Training supports & How to contact the LOC Unit

WebEx Registration Instructions

The training sessions will be via Adobe Connect. Online Medicaid training registration can be accessed at http://www.dmas.virginia.gov/Content_pgs/ln-ute.aspx. Click on the Annual Level of Care Review (LOCERI) Training letter; scroll to the second page and select the link given that corresponds with the session you wish to attend. The links will open the Adobe Connect registration page to the training scheduled for that day and time. Each participant’s name and valid email address will be required for registration. Once registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with all of the training details. The number of participants allowed in each session is limited. If you do not receive the confirmation email please call (804) 371-6327 or 225-4578.

We look forward to your participation in our Medicaid Seminar. If you have any questions regarding these sessions, please call (804) 371-6327 or (804) 225-4578.

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Annual Level of Care Review (LOCERI) Registration Links

October 12, 2016– 10:00 am -11:30 am -Go to https://dmastraining.adobeconnect.com/loc101216/event/registration.html and register.

October 12, 2016 – 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Go to https://dmastraining.adobeconnect.com/loc10122016pm/event/registration.html and register.