SECTION 612:10-7-222. Rehabilitation technology, assistive technology devices and assistive technology services

(a)   Rehabilitation technology is the systematic application of technologies, engineering methodologies, or scientific principles to meet the needs of and address the barriers confronted by individuals with disabilities in areas which include education, rehabilitation, employment, transportation, independent living and recreation. The term includes rehabilitation engineering, assistive technology devices, and assistive technology services.

(b)   Rehabilitation technology services may be provided to any individual under the provisions of an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). Rehabilitation technology services such as assessment or consultation are not based on financial status; however equipment, appliances, and aids will be based on available financial resources of the client.

(c)   Rehabilitation technology services, including prescribed adaptive aids and devices, must be provided by qualified persons. Prescriptions/recommendations for nonmedical adaptive technology may be accepted from individuals listed in 74 O.S. 85.7(12) including physicians, rehabilitation engineers, qualified rehabilitation technicians or sensory aids specialists and from qualified assistive technology specialists and assistive technology professionals.

(d)   Assistive technology devices, including prescribed adaptive aids and devices, may be purchased commercially or designed and manufactured by a rehabilitation engineer, assistive technology or sensory aids specialist depending on individual need.

[Source: Added at 28 Ok Reg 1832, eff 7-1-1]