Conversion from Part 819 to Part 820 Residential Services

A program may apply for any combination of elements under the new 820 regulations (stabilization, rehabilitation and/or reintegration), and must complete the application and certification process for each element of care that is proposed. Updated 05/25/22.

OASAS will provide a one-time payment of up to $205,000 to assist in program conversions.

Guidance for differentiating between the various types of issues addressed by Stabilization Programs and Rehabilitation Programs.

This guidance provides Residential Services programs with additional information related to certification, reimbursement, claim submission, funding streams, and Medicaid and managed care enrollment for service recipients.

Frequently asked questions related to Part 820 Reintegration services.

Billing and contracting guidance for certified Part 820 Residential Services Programs from OASAS, NYS Department of Health, and the Office of Health Insurance Programs.

Billing guidance for medical and clinical services at Part 820 Residential programs.

OASAS guidance on the expedited Medicaid managed care selection and enrollment process for individuals receiving OASAS residential services (Title 14 Part 820).

Office of Temporary and Disability guidance on maintaining uninterrupted managed care enrollment for individuals receiving OASAS Certified Title 14 Part 820 Residential services when a case is transferred from New York State of Health (NYSoH) to the local department of social services (district). The documentation confirms that OASAS Certified Part 820 program may receive Congregate Care Level II funds. 

The Appendix A form together with the LOCADTR report, constitute notice to the insurer of an admission to a Part 820 specific element of service.

This table identifies the revenue streams available for each of the Part 820 elements of care: Stabilization, Rehabilitation and Reintegration.

Providers can use this tool to project their Medicaid and Managed Care revenues for the Stabilization, Rehabilitation and Reintegration elements of Part 820 Certified Programs.

Office of Temporary and Disability guidance on maintaining uninterrupted managed care enrollment for individuals receiving OASAS Certified Title 14 Part 820 Residential services when a case is transferred from New York State of Health (NYSoH) to the local department of social services (district). The documentation confirms that OASAS Certified Part 820 program may receive Congregate Care Level II funds. 

A guidance document for addressing program operations that facilitate compliance with the Part 820 Residential Services regulations.

This checklist helps support the development of a Policy and Procedure Manual for OASAS-certified Part 820 residential programs. It should not be submitted with your application.

Qualifications worksheet for Residential Redesign personnel.

Staffing schedule worksheet for employees working in a residential settings.

Frequently asked questions regarding nurse staffing in Part 820 Residential Programs.

Guidance addressing the appropriateness of OASAS program participants who become involved in work activities that are not directly related to their treatment and rehabilitation.

Guidance on integrating person-centered, strength based, trauma-informed practices to ensure health and safety in residential settings. References to the prohibition on body cavity searches included in this guidance document will be effective upon adoption of pending amendments to Parts 815 and 836.