Certification assures minimum fidelity standards are being met, consistent with the ODM and OhioMHAS IHBT rule. Both the Team Model and the Individual Fidelity Model Tools each consists of 12 fidelity standards, with ratings measured on a 1-5 scales.
Each rating of 5 indicates best practice for that standard. Minimum fidelity is achieved between ratings 3, 4 and 5 which are highlighted within each standard.
- Fidelity review of each IHBT program with passing scores required to bill Medicaid.
- 12 items that measure fidelity to the IHBT standards.
If you are considering developing an IHBT Fidelity Program, please contact Kim Meyer to set-up a fidelity review consultation. Contact Kim at kxm598@case.edu or by phone at (330) 858-3407.
You also have option of completing the form below to request a consultation or fidelity review.
Selection of the review date takes into consideration naturally occurring/scheduled opportunities at the organization (e.g. team meeting where IHBT team members, supervisors, and managers will be present or available as well as the availability of the reviewers).
Consistent with the Ohio Department of Medicaid’s (ODM) and OhioMHAS, rules to promote high-quality service, the IHBT Fidelity Tool was developed to ensure compliance with IHBT service delivery standards. Providers choosing to bill services under Medicaid’s IHBT bundled rate must be certified. Certification assures minimum fidelity standards are being met.