The purpose of this contract is to conduct a rates study for WA Cares Fund services and provide expert consultation on rate setting efforts by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).  The Contractor will review and analyze existing payment rates for Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) provider types in the public and private sectors and make recommendations to DSHS on viable rate ranges for WA Cares, including an analysis of impacts on the provider network.  There are 19 approved services for WA Cares Fund split into 4 service groups or phases. The Contractor will complete and provide a report to summarize their analysis in each service group (1-4) and a final report including a methodology for future rate changes. The Contractor will provide needed expertise, guidance, and consultation to support WA Cares Fund staff, stakeholder groups and LTSS Trust Commission in areas associated with this Contract and attend ongoing meetings with these groups as needed.

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