IEP Team
A group of individuals, including parents, teachers, and specialists, responsible for creating, reviewing, and updating a student’s IEP.
Indiana Health Coverage Programs (IHCP)
The Medicaid program administered by the state of Indiana, providing health care coverage to eligible individuals, including services offered in schools.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
A legally binding document that outlines the special education services, goals, accommodations, and modificationsModifications Changes made to the curriculum or assessments to meet the needs of a student with disabilities, potentially altering what is taught or how success is measured. that will be provided to a student with disabilities.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
A federal law that ensures students with disabilities are provided with a free appropriate public education (FAPE) that is tailored to their individual needs. IDEA outlines special education services and the rights of parents and children in the special education process.
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
A setting that allows students with disabilities to be educated alongside their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent appropriate, based on their individual needs.
M5 Form (Parent Consent)
A form used to obtain parental consent for the release of a child’s information to Medicaid for billing purposes.
Manifestation Determination
A process to determine whether a student’s misbehavior is directly related to their disability. This occurs when a disciplinary action could lead to a change in placement.
Medicaid Audit
A thorough review conducted by federal or state agencies to ensure that Medicaid billing practices comply with all applicable regulations.
Medicaid Billing Schools
Schools that participate in Medicaid programs by billing for reimbursable services provided to eligible students.
Medicaid Claim
A formal request submitted to Medicaid for reimbursement of health-related servicesRelated Services Support services (such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, or transportation) that are required to assist a child with a disability in benefiting from their educational program. provided to eligible individuals. Districts prepare and submit these claims accurately using Medicaid billing software built for schools.
