The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.
Approved services has the same meaning as defined in WAC 388-116-1010.
Benefit unit has the same meaning as defined in RCW 50B.04.010.
Eligible beneficiary has the same meaning as defined in RCW 50B.04.010.
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) provider has the same meaning as defined in RCW 50B.04.010.
Preauthorization means the process and product of verifying and granting permission to the LTSS provider to provide an approved service to the eligible beneficiary at a rate or amount agreed upon between the LTSS provider and eligible beneficiary. The preauthorization is a service agreement between the beneficiary and the LTSS provider.
Program has the same meaning as defined in RCW 50B.04.010.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 50B.04.020 (2)(e), 41.05.021, and 41.05.160. WSR 26-07-035, s 182-600-0200, filed 3/11/26, effective 4/11/26.]