Navigating through the complexities of healthcare for pediatric patients requiring specialized care can be daunting for caregivers and families alike. Recognizing this challenge, the DMA 6A form serves as a critical tool aimed at streamlining the process for obtaining Medicaid eligibility and appropriate care services for children in need. Specifically designed for pediatric patients, this comprehensive document facilitates the recommendation process by physicians for children to be placed into nursing facilities, receive home health services, or other specialized care programs such as GAPP (Georgia Pediatric Program), TEFRA/Katie Beckett, or Pediatric services. It requires detailed information about the child’s medical history, diagnosis, treatment plans, and anticipated healthcare needs, emphasizing the importance of a well-documented medical recommendation in securing the necessary support. The form also inquires about the child's living situation, schooling, and the caregiver's perspective on institutional care, providing a holistic view of the child's circumstances. Moreover, it outlines the process for the authorization of medical record release to pertinent health and human services departments, ensuring a coordinated effort in determining Medicaid eligibility and care provisions. The DMA 6A form represents a vital step in advocating for pediatric patients’ health and well-being, showcasing the intersection of healthcare and legal frameworks in supporting vulnerable populations.
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Form Name | Form Dma 6A |
Form Length | 1 pages |
Fillable? | No |
Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
Other names | dma6 nursing facility, dma 6 form, dma 6, nursing facility dma 6 |
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GAPP |
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PEDIATRIC DMA 6(A) |
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PHYSICIAN’S RECOMMENDATION FOR PEDIATRIC CARE |
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Section A – Identifying Information |
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Applicant’s Name/Address: |
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3. Social Security Number |
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DFCS County_____________________ |
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Primary Care Physician |
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Applicant’s Telephone # |
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Mailing Address |
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Does guardian think the applicant should be institutionalized? |
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Does child attend school? |
9. Date of Medicaid Application |
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Name of Caregiver #1: _______________________________ |
Name of Caregiver #2: ______________________________ |
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I hereby authorize the physician, facility or other health care provider named herein to disclose protected health information and release the medical records of the applicant/beneficiary to the Department of Community Health and the Department of Human Resources, as may be requested by those agencies, for the purpose of Medicaid eligibility determination. This authorization expires twelve (12) months from the date signed or when revoked by me, whichever comes first.
10. Signature:___________________________________________________________________ |
11. Date:__________________________ |
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Section B – Physician’s Report and Recommendation
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History: (ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET IF NEEDED) |
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Diagnosis |
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1)_______________________________ 2)_______________________________ 3)_____________________________ |
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Medications |
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Treatment Plan (Attach copy of order sheet if more convenient or other pertinent documents) |
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Previous Hospitalizations:____________________________ Rehabilitative Services:__________________________ Other Health Services:_________________________ |
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Hospital Diagnosis: 1)_________________________________ 2) Secondary______________________________ 3) Other_____________________________________ |
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Level of Care Recommended: |
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Type of Recommendation: |
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20. Patient Transferred from (check one): |
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Continued Placement |
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24. Physician’s Name (Print): |
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Physician’s Address (Print): |
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I certify that this patient requires the level of care provided |
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26. Date signed by Physician |
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______________________________________Physician’s Signature |
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Section C– Evaluation of Nursing Care Needed (check appropriate box only) |
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Nutrition |
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Regular |
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Age Dependent |
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Monitoring |
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Prosthesis |
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Incontinent - Age > 3 years |
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Tube feeding |
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Continent |
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Continued Stay Review Date: |
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Are nursing services, rehabilitative services or other health related services |
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46A. State Authority MH & MR Screening) |
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Hospitalization Precertification |
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