# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 09 — Medical Care Programs

### Chapter 81 — Increased Community Services (ICS) Program

#### Regulation .25 Covered Services — Transition Services.

*COMAR 10.09.81.25*

A. Definition. “Unit of service” means a one-time service that is:

  (1) Not otherwise available under the ICS Program;

  (2) Approved in the plan of service; and

  (3) Rendered to a participant by a qualified provider to assist the participant in transitioning from a nursing facility or assisted living facility to independent living.

B. Transition services may include some or all of the following:

  (1) Security deposits;

  (2) Essential furnishings and moving expenses;

  (3) Deposits or fees for utility services; and

  (4) Other health and safety assurances including pest eradication.

C. Transition services may not include recreational items such as televisions, cable TV access, or DVD players.