WAC 296-31-035. How do I register to become an authorized provider with the crime victims compensation program?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-31-035

You must send us: (1) A completed provider application and Form W-9 (2) A legible copy of your license, certification and/or registration (3) Ph.Ds not licensed as psychologists and master level counselors must provide a legible copy of their degree.

WAC 296-31-030. What are the eligibility requirements of a mental health treatment provider under the Crime Victims Act?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-31-030

(1) Mental health providers must qualify as an approved provider and register with the crime victims compensation program before they are authorized to provide treatment and receive payment in accordance with these rules. (2) The following providers who are permanently licensed or registered in...

WAC 296-31-016. What treatment or services require authorization from the crime victims compensation program?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-31-016

(1) The program must authorize the following mental health services and/or treatment: (a) Consultations beyond what are allowed in WAC 296-31-065 (b) Inpatient hospitalization (c) Concurrent treatment with more than one provider (d) Electroconvulsive therapy (e) Neuropsychological evaluation...

WAC 296-31-012. What mental health treatment and services are not authorized?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-31-012

(1) The crime victims compensation program will not authorize services and treatment: (a) Beyond the point that the accepted condition becomes fixed and stable (i.e., maintenance care) (b) After the date a permanent partial disability award is made (c) After a client is placed on a permanent...

WAC 296-31-010. What mental health treatment and services are available?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-31-010

(1) The crime victims compensation program provides payment for mental health treatment and services to victims of crime who are eligible for compensation under chapter 7.68 RCW, the Crime Victims Act. EXCEPTION: Benefits under the crime victims compensation program are secondary to services...

WAC 296-30-900. What law controls a claim if a statute is amended after the date of the criminal act?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-30-900

(1) The criminal act occurs when the perpetrator commits the criminal conduct. The statute in effect at the time the criminal act occurred, as defined in RCW 7.68.020(5), is the controlling law. The limited total claim benefit of fifty thousand dollars effective April 1, 2010, which applied...

WAC 296-30-180. What protection is available to crime victims to prevent unjust enrichment to others from their benefits?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-30-180

(1) The Crime Victims Act prohibits the department from paying benefits or compensation to a person: (a) Who caused the crime victims injuries or (b) Any person who would be unjustly enriched by the victims benefits (e.g., there is a danger the person may divert benefits intended for the victim to...

WAC 296-30-170. Who is required to pay for sexual assault examinations?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-30-170

When a sexual assault examination is performed for the purpose of gathering evidence for possible prosecution, the costs of the examination must be billed to the crime victims compensation program. We are the primary payer of this benefit. The client is not required to file an application with us...

WAC 296-30-120. May the department waive, modify or adjust the debt owed by a convicted offender?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-30-120

Yes, the department may consider the following issues in the decision. The list is not inclusive. (1) Justice: (a) Gravity of the criminal offense (b) History of criminal convictions (c) Type of crime (d) Circumstances surrounding the criminal act (e) Sentence imposed by the court. (2) Well-being...

WAC 296-30-105. What protest or appeal rights are available?

Administrative Code Provisions | WAC § 296-30-105

If you or the client do not agree with our order, decision or award a written protest may be sent to the crime victims compensation program or appeal to the board of industrial insurance appeals. A protest or appeal to our order or decision requiring repayment by a provider must be received within...