SADC Compliance Document Library Archive
Notifications and Outreach
MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities Webpage Updated
Description: Updates were made to the MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities webpage on the SADC Compliance website.
Release Date: 4/30/2026
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SADC PCSP Template and User Guide Updated for 5/1/2026
Description: Updates were made to the SADC PCSP Template and corresponding User Guide for use beginning May 1, 2026.
Release Date: 4/21/2026
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Scheduling SADC Compliance Reviews with MLTC Plans
Description: The MLTC plan SADC Evaluation Date Template was released to assist with the coordination of scheduling the Department's SADC Compliance Reviews with the MLTC plans' annual SADC evaluations.
Release Date: 4/8/2026
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MLTC Policy 25.05 FAQs Updated
Description: Updates were made to MLTC Policy 25.05 FAQs to provide additional guidance and clarification regarding Certificate of Occupancy (COO) verification. Please review FAQs 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 in detail for additional information.
Release Date: 2/17/2026
Document(s):Suggested SADC Evaluation Tool for MLTC Plans Updated and Released
Description: A minor update was made to the Suggested SADC Evaluation Tools for MLTC Plans to correct the conditional formatting for question #54 on the Member Checklist Tab.Release Date: 2/13/2026
Document(s):SADC PCSP Template Guidance and User Guide Updated
Description: The SADC person centered service plan (PCSP) guidance and corresponding user guide have been updated to reflect that the template is designed for use by SADCs contracted with MLTC plans.
Release Date: 2/11/2026
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SADC PCSP Completion Guidance and Clarification for MLTC Plans and SADCs
Description: Additional guidance and clarification regarding the completion of SADC person centered service plans (PCSPs) and the requirement to verify all information obtained from an MLTC Plan PCSP.
Release Date: 2/6/2026
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Suggested SADC Evaluation Tool for MLTC Plans Updated and Released
Description: The Suggested SADC Evaluation Tool and the corresponding user guide were updated and released for MLTC plans to utilize beginning January 1, 2026.
Release Date: 12/31/2025
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Now Available: Webinar Materials on 2026 SADC Compliance Reviews
Description: The slides, recording, and transcript from the Overview for MLTC Plans: SADC HCBS Compliance Process webinar held on 11/19/2025 are now available.
Release Date: 12/9/2025
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MLTC Policy 25.05 FAQs is Now Available
Description: FAQs related to MLTC Policy 25.05 were drafted and are now available.
Release Date: 11/24/2025
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Invitation to the 2026 SADC Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans
Description: The invitation to the 2026 SADC Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans webinar on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Release Date: 11/3/2025
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Updated SADC/SADS PCSP Template and Updated SADC/SADS PCSP Template User Guide
Description: Updated versions of the SADC/SADS Person Centered Service Plan (PCSP) Template and SADC/SADS PCSP Template User Guide are now available for immediate use.
Release Date: 10/31/2025
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MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities Update
Description: Clarification related to the 9/26/2025 notification titled "MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities Update" regarding evaluation timeframes.
Release Date: 10/3/2025
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Notice to MLTC Plans - Person-Centered Planning Learning Institute Opportunity Open for Registration
Description: The Person-Centered Planning Statewide Training Initiative registration has added an upcoming three-week Learning Institute taking place in October/November.
Release Date: 10/1/2025
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SADC PNDS Reporting Best Practices Webpage Now Available
Description: A new webpage providing best practices for SADC Provider Network Data System (PNDS) reporting was added to the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 10/1/2025
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MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities Update
Description: Updates were made to the MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities webpage to clarify the timeframe for MLTC plans to complete annual site evaluations for contracted SADC programs.
Release Date: 9/26/2025
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Updated Guidance on HCBS Compliance FAQs
Description: The HCBS Compliance FAQs have been updated and are now available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 9/18/2025
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Person-Centered Planning Trainings in September, October and November
Description: The Person-Centered Planning (PCP) Statewide Training Initiative has added the new virtual training sessions listed below to their September, October and November calendars.
Release Date: 9/11/2025
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MLTC Policy 25.05 Enhanced MLTC Plan Oversight of Contracted SADCs
Description: Release of MLTC Policy 25.05 to MLTC plans. This policy provides MLTCP and MAP plans guidance and instructions pertaining to monitoring, record keeping, and oversight of contracted SADCs.
Release Date: 9/4/2025
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Sharing MLTC Plan PCSPs with SADCs
Description: Reminder regarding the requirement that MLTC plans share the MLTC plan comprehensive PCSP with SADCs.
Release Date: 7/23/2025
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SADC Site Evaluation Tool Submission
Description: Request for MLTC plans to submit all completed SADC evaluation tools from August 2024 through July 2025 by August 15, 2025, and a reminder to continue to submit on an ongoing basis.
Release Date: 7/21/2025
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Updated: Guidance on HCBS Compliance FAQs
Description: The HCBS Compliance FAQs have been updated and are now live on the SADC HCBS Compliance website for immediate use.
Release Date: 6/20/2025
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New Person Centered Planning (PCP) Webpage
Description: A new webpage providing resources related to Person Centered Planning is now available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 6/3/2025
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Updated MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities
Description: The MLTC Plan SADC Contracting Oversight Roles and Responsibilities webpage has been updated to include:
- Additional guidance regarding Transportation Policy MLTC Policy 24.01 and guidance for attendance logs and certificates of occupancy.
- Guidance regarding MLTC plan responsibilities when a site moves, closes, changes ownership, etc., including conducting an initial site evaluation and confirming site compliance prior to members attending.
Release Date: 5/29/2025
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Updated Guidance on HCBS Compliance Review Questions has been added to the SADC HCBS Compliance Website
Description: The Guidance on the HCBS Compliance Review Questions webpage has been updated and is available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 5/7/2025
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Utilizing Secure Collaboration for Site Evaluation Tool Submission
Description: Reminder that MLTC plans are required to submit completed evaluation tools for all currently contracted SADC sites which were completed August 2024 and after.
Release Date: 5/2/2025
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MLTC Plan Members' Rights While Attending SADC Programs
Description: Reaffirmation of guidance regarding the rights of MLTC plan members while attending SADCs.
Release Date: 4/25/2025
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Upcoming SADC Site Evaluation Tool Request
Description: Request for copies of completed MLTC plan SADC evaluation tools to be submitted by April 11, 2025.
Release Date: 3/27/2025
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Reply to Stakeholders re Using Updated PCSP Template
Description: Additional guidance that the new SADC/SADS PCSP Template released March 7, 2025, should be utilized from that point forward.
Release Date: 3/17/2025
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New/Updated Resources Added to the SADC HCBS Compliance Website
Description: The HCBS Compliance FAQ and SADC HCBS Compliance Review Roles & Responsibilities webpages have been updated and a new webpage, Guidance on Remediation Plans and Proof of Remediation, has been added to the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 3/17/2025
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Updated SADC/SADS PCSP Template and New SADC/SADS PCSP Template User Guide
Description: An updated version of the SADC/SADS PCSP Template and a new Template User Guide are now available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website for immediate use. This reference guide is intended to be used as a resource to assist SADC and SADS programs with completing the SADC/SADS PCSP Template.
Release Date: 3/7/2025
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Person Centered Training in March, April and May
Description: The Person-Centered Planning (PCP) Statewide Training Initiative has added the new virtual training sessions listed below to their March, April, and May calendars. The PCP Statewide Training Initiative opens registration for new sessions on an ongoing basis and those interested in training will see that each month there are new sessions available.
Release Date: 3/7/2025
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CY2025 Kickoff Webinar Materials Added to SADC HCBS Compliance Website
Description: The slides, recording, and transcript from the Overview for MLTC Plans: SADC HCBS Compliance Process webinar held on 12/10/2024 are now available.
Release Date: 12/18/2024
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Reminder - CY2025 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans
Description: Reminder regarding the upcoming CY2025 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview webinar for MLTC plans.
- The HCBS compliance review process.
- Identified trends from CY2024 reviews and best practices to bring sites into compliance.
- Updates to HCBS compliance reviews for CY2025.
- New resources available for MLTC Plans and Social Adult Day Care (SADC) sites.
Release Date: 12/4/2024
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Person Centered Training in December, January, and February
Description: The Person-Centered Planning (PCP) Statewide Training Initiative has added the new virtual training sessions listed below to their December, January, and February calendar.
The New York State Department of Health, as part of the Person-Centered Planning Statewide Training Initiative, is inviting you to register for upcoming training opportunities.
Release Date: 11/26/2024
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Invitation to CY2025 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview for MLTC
Description: An invitation to the CY2025 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans webinar, to be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 11:00AM - 12:30PM.
Release Date: 11/12/2024
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New Resources Available on SADC HCBS Compliance Website
Description: Two new webpages, SADC HCBS Community Integration and MLTC Plan SADC Contracting and Oversight Roles and Responsibilities, are now available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 10/11/2024
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Updated SADC/SADS Person Centered Service Plan Template Now Available
Description: A new version of the SADC/SADS PCSP Template is now available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website for immediate use.
Release Date: 10/11/2024
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Guidance on Home and Community Based Services Compliance Review Questions
Description: A new webpage to provide guidance to MLTC plans and SADC sites regarding compliance review questions.
Release Date: 9/5/2024
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SADC HCBS Compliance Review Process Roles & Responsibilities
Description: A new webpage that outlines an overview of roles and responsibilities of the MLTC plans, SADC sites, and DOH associated with the SADC HCBS Compliance Review process is now available on the SADC HCBS Compliance website.
Release Date: 7/29/2024
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Updated Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool and User Guide
Description: The Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool and corresponding User Guide were updated and released for MLTC plans to utilize.
Release Date: 7/9/2024
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NYS SADC HCBS Heightened Scrutiny Submission Available for Public Comment Until May 17, 2024
Description: The SADC HCBS Heightened Scrutiny Packages have been posted and are available for public comment.
Release Date: 4/17/2024
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Early Bird PCP Training Registration for SADCs Open
Description: Registration link provided for SADC staff to register early for the next person-centered planning training.
Release Date: 2/7/2024
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Webinar Resources Posted to DOH Website
Description: The slides, recording, and transcript from the Overview for MLTC Plans: SADC HCBS Compliance Process Webinar held on 12/7/2023 are now available.
Release Date: 1/3/2024
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Release of SADC SADS HCBS Final Rule Compliant PCSP Template
Description: A CMS HCBS Settings Final Rule compliant SADC/SADS PCSP template developed by the Department and NYSOFA has been released.
Release Date: 12/14/2023
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Reminder Invitation to CY2024 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans
Description: Reminder of invitation to the upcoming CY2024 SADC Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans webinar, to be held on Thursday, December 7, 2023.
Release Date: 12/1/2023
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Reminder to MLTC Plans Regarding Responsibilities When a SADC Moves or Closes
Description: A reminder to MLTC plans that a process must be in place for when contracted SADC sites relocate or close.
Release Date: 11/21/2023
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Invitation to CY2024 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans
Description: An invitation to the CY2024 SADC HCBS Compliance Process Overview for MLTC Plans webinar to be held on Thursday December 7, 2023, from 1:00PM - 2:00PM.
Release Date: 11/21/2023
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Reminders for MLTC Plans on SADC Requirements and PNDS Submissions
Description: A reminder to MLTC plans regarding contracted SADC requirements, including annual certification through the OMIG portal and NYC Aging registration.
Release Date: 11/8/2023
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Person-Centered Planning Statewide Training Initiative Upcoming Virtual Learning Institutes
Description: NYS DOH in conjunction with Public Consulting Group (PCG) and the New York Alliance for Inclusion & Innovation, will continue to offer virtual Individual Learning Institutes and Organizational Learning Institutes to interested HCBS stakeholders across the State.
Release Date: 10/19/2023
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NYS SADC HCBS Heightened Scrutiny Submission Available for Public Comment
Description: Request for public comment on the SADC HCBS Heightened Scrutiny evidence packets which are required as part of the Statewide Transition Plan for coming into compliance with the CMS HCBS Settings Final Rule for all SADCs.
Release Date: 8/30/2023
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SADC HCBS Settings Final Rule Compliance Report
Description: MLTC Plans received a SADC Self-Assessment Status Report indicating if contracted SADC sites meet the HCBS compliance validation process.
Release Date: 6/23/2023
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Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool and Guide Updates for SADC PCSPs
Description: Updated versions of the Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool for MLTC Plans and the corresponding User Guide were released.
Release Date: 6/14/2023
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Clarification Regarding Community Integration for MLTC Plans and SADC Sites
Description: Clarification for MLTC plans and SADC sites related to community integration requirements guidelines of the CMS HCBS Final Rule.
Release Date: 6/2/2023
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HCBS Final Rule Requirement for Member Driven PCP Process
Description: Reminder regarding CMS HCBS Final Rule requirements related to the person centered planning process for MLTC plans.
Release Date: 4/6/2023
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MLTC Plans No Longer Need to Submit SADC HCBS Self-Assessment Surveys
Description: As of March 1, 2023, MLTC plans are no longer required to submit the HCBS Self-Assessment Surveys for their contracted SADCs.
Release Date: 2/28/2023
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Registration Open for Spring 2023 Person-Centered Planning Virtual Training Sessions for MLTC Plans & SADC Sites
Description: NYS DOH would like to remind your MLTC plan that the person-centered planning statewide training initiative is scheduling the Spring 2023 series of virtual module trainings.
Release Date: 2/24/2023
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Video Tutorials for the Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool Are Now Available
Description: Video Tutorials for the Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool are now available.
Release Date: 2/1/2023
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HCBS Statewide Transition Plan Public Comment Notice Correction
Description: Correction to the public notice sent 12/7/2022 titled "NYS HCBS Statewide Transition Plan Available for Public Comment Until January 6", which was published on December 7, 2022, in the New York State Register.
Release Date: 12/8/2022
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NYS HCBS Statewide Transition Plan Available for Public Comment Until January 6
Description: Request for public comment on the NYS HCBS Final Rule Statewide Transition Plan.
Release Date: 12/7/2022
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Updated SADC Site Evaluation Suggested Tool & FAQs from September Webinar
Description: A small update has been made to the SADC Site Evaluation Tool for MLTC Plans and FAQs, related to SADC Site Compliance with the CMS HCBS Settings Final Rule.
Release Date: 11/1/2022
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Updated Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool
Description: An updated version of the Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool, which should be utilized and referenced when MLTC plans conduct their annual or initial SADC evaluations, is available for immediate use.
Release Date: 10/26/2022
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SADC Site-Specific HCBS Settings Final Rule Compliance Notifications
Description: Additional information related to SADC Site-Specific HCBS Settings Final Rule Compliance notifications that were sent on September 9, 2022.
Release Date: 10/20/2022
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Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool & User Guide
Description: NYS DOH has created a Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool, and corresponding user guide, which MLTC plans should utilize when conducting annual SADC site evaluations or the initial evaluation before contracting with an SADC site.
Release Date: 9/7/2022
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HCBS SADC Compliance Verification FAQs
Description: FAQs which provide guidance and information on the CMS HCBS Settings Final Rule compliance verification are now available.
Release Date: 8/24/2022
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MLTC Plan SADC HCBS Compliance Requirements
Description: Updated HCBS SADC guidance regarding existing SADC sites, service area expansions and merging MLTC plans.
Release Date: 6/30/2022
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Person-Centered Planning and Practice Resource Library is LIVE!
Description: The Person-Centered Planning and Practice Resource Library is live on the DOH website.
Release Date: 1/7/2022
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MLTC HCBS SADC Site Self-Assessment Reminders and Updates
Description: NYSDOH is working to review all SADC Site Self-Assessment submissions and will be collaborating with the MLTC Plans to address any outstanding assessments, required updates, and/or clarifications.
Release Date: 1/5/2022
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HCBS SADC Guiding Questions for MLTC Plans’ Site Assessors
Description: Guiding questions for MLTC Plans to use when plan staff are assessing and conducting the virtual and on-site HCBS compliance at each SADC site are now available.
Release Date: 12/29/2021
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HCBS compliance and 2022 Person Centered Planning Trainings
Description: Person-Centered Planning Statewide Training Initiative funded by the New York State Department of Health, announces the next round of virtual training sessions, beginning in January 2022.
Release Date: 12/29/2021
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MLTC HCBS SADC Site Self-Assessment Webinars Resources
Description: The December 9, 2021, HCBS SADC Site Self-Assessment Compliance slide deck presentation, audio recording and written transcript are now also posted at MRT 90 (ny.gov) under MLTC policy 21.05.
Release Date: 12/22/2021
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Resources for SADC Compliance
SADC Person Centered Service Plan (PCSP) Template and User Guide
Description: Historical archive of prior SADC PCSP templates and user guides. The SADC PCSP template is a comprehensive service plan that ensures compliance with the CMS HCBS Final Rule and state regulations, when fully completed. The user reference guide is intended to be used as a resource to assist SADCs with completing the template.
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- SADC PCSP Template (PDF)
Release Date: 2/11/2026
Archive Date: 4/21/2026 - SADC PCSP Template User Guide (PDF)
Release Date: 2/11/2026
Archive Date: 4/21/2026 - SADC/SADS PCSP Template (PDF)
Release Date: 10/30/2025
Archive Date: 2/11/2026 - SADC/SADS PCSP Template User Guide (PDF)
Release Date: 10/30/2025
Archive Date: 2/11/2026 - SADC/SADS PCSP Template (PDF)
Release Date: 3/6/2025
Archive Date: 11/6/2025 - SADC/SADS PCSP Template User Guide (PDF)
Release Date: 3/6/2025
Archive Date: 11/6/2025 - SADC/SADS PCSP Template (PDF)
Release Date: 10/11/2024
Archive Date: 3/6/2025 - SADC/SADS PCSP Template (PDF)
Release Date: 12/14/2023
Archive Date: 10/11/2024
Suggested SADC Evaluation Tool and User Guide for MLTC Plans
Description: The Suggested SADC Evaluation Tool has been developed for MLTC plans to utilize when performing initial and annual SADC assessments. The corresponding User Guide is a companion to the suggested tool which provides additional information, and the Summary of Changes outlines the latest updates to the tool from the prior version released.
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- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool - July 2024 (Excel)
- Release Date: 7/9/2024
- Archive Date: 1/1/2026
- Summary of Changes - July 2024 Version (PDF)
- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool User Guide - July 2024 (PDF)
- Release Date: 7/9/2024
- Archive Date: 1/1/2026
- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool - May 2023 (Excel)
- Release Date: 5/31/2023
- Archive Date: 7/9/2024
- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool User Guide - May 2023 (PDF)
- Release Date: 5/31/2023
- Archive Date: 7/9/2024
- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool - October 2022 (Excel)
- Release Date: 10/31/2022
- Archive Date: 5/31/2023
- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool - September 2022 (Excel)
- Release Date: 9/16/2022
- Archive Date: 10/31/2022
- Suggested SADC Site Evaluation Tool User Guide - September 2022 (PDF)
- Release Date: 9/16/2022
- Archive Date: 5/31/2023
Webinar: SADC HCBS Compliance Process for MLTC Plans CY2025
Description: The purpose of this webinar is to provide MLTC plans with the following information: 1) Requirement for MLTC Plan Resources for HCBS Compliance Activities, 2) Overview of the HCBS Compliance review process, 3) Identified trends from calendar year 2024 and best practices, 4) Updates to HCBS Compliance review questions for CY2025, and 5) New resources available for CY2025.
Release Date: 12/10/2024
Archive Date: 12/11/2025
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- Webinar: SADC HCBS Compliance Process for MLTC Plans CY2025 Video Recording (YouTube)
- Webinar: SADC HCBS Compliance Process for MLTC Plans CY2025 (PDF)
- Webinar: SADC HCBS Compliance Process for MLTC Plans CY2025 Transcript (PDF)
SADC Compliance Review Preliminary Information Checklist
Description: A comprehensive list of documents and information for MLTC plans to submit to the Department for use in the SADC Compliance Reviews, for the applicable review year.
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- SADC Compliance Review Preliminary Checklist - CY2025 (PDF)
- Release Date: 1/1/2025
- Archive Date: 11/14/2025
- SADC Compliance Review Preliminary Checklist - CY2024 (PDF)
- Release Date: 1/1/2024
- Archive Date: 12/31/2024
HCBS SADC Compliance Verification FAQs
Description: A compilation of frequently asked questions for SADC sites relating to HCBS settings final rule compliance.
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- SADC HCBS Compliance FAQs - June 2025 (PDF)
- Release Date: 6/18/2025
- Archive Date: 9/11/2025
- SADC HCBS Compliance FAQs - March 2025 (PDF)
- Release Date: 3/14/2025
- Archive Date: 6/18/2025
- SADC HCBS Compliance FAQs - February 2024 (PDF)
- Release Date: 2/22/2024
- Archive Date: 3/14/2025
- SADC HCBS Compliance FAQs - August 2022 (PDF)
- Release Date: 8/11/2022
- Archive Date: 2/22/2024
Webinar: SADC HCBS Compliance Process CY2024 Reviews
Description: Webinar held on 12/7/2023 with MLTC plans to recap the SADC HCBS Compliance Review process, discuss identified issues from the 2022-2023 reviews, and share best practices for bringing SADC sites into compliance with the CMS HCBS Settings Final Rule.
Release Date: 12/7/2023
Archive Date: 4/21/2025
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CMS HCBS Final Rule Compliance Self-Assessment Guiding Questions
Description: Guiding questions used to assist with determining compliance by HCBS Rule standard and to support the self-assessment process.
Release Date: 12/29/2021
Archive Date: 3/1/2023
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All Plan Meeting SADC Self-Assessment Slide Deck
Description: PowerPoint slide deck describing the SADC self-assessment which is designed for the SADC provider to measure their current level of compliance with the CMS HCBS Final Rule.
Release Date: 11/18/2021
Archive Date: 3/1/2023
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- All Plan Meeting SADC Self-Assessment Slide Deck (PDF) (PowerPoint Slides)
Webinar: HCBS SADC Site Self-Assessment Compliance
Description: Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule Compliance Self-Assessment for SADCs-webinar.
Release Date: 9/12/2021
Archive Date: 3/1/2023
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