NOTICE: SIS-A Assessments Ramp Up in March 2026

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SIS-A Assessments Ramp Up in March 2026

For MaineCare Section 21 and Section 29 Members

 

How Scheduling Works:

• At first, OADS will focus on participants in provider agency homes.
• Beginning this month (February), a Maximus scheduler will call your provider agency to set up a Supports Intensity Scale - Adult (SIS-A) Assessment. 
• If needed, Maximus may also contact the member and/or guardian to confirm a date and time.

What is the SIS-A?

The SIS-A is not a test. It is a guided conversation about the supports you need to be safe, healthy, and successful in daily life.

• Most interviews take about 2-3 hours (breaks are OK).

• You can have people who know you well join you (guardian/family, case manager, staff). They need to have known you for more than three months.

Why are we doing this?

The Department is using the SIS-A for all individuals on Sections 21 and 29, as well as Lifespan. The SIS-A provides additional information to support the person-centered planning process. Also, Maine is using the SIS-A so providers can be paid based on the level of assessed support needs across several services for the people they support. For those with higher needs, the provider can receive a higher reimbursement. Taking an assessment now can prevent later backlogs of assessments. It is important that you schedule an assessment with Maximus.

How to get ready (simple tips)

• Think about how your family and provider(s) support you each day; both regular days and on a hard day, especially if hard days are frequent.
• Bring people who know you best and can help you describe the services and supports and what you need to live your best life.
• Tell the scheduler what you need to be comfortable (breaks, communication supports, etc.).

Questions or need to schedule?

Maximus Maine SIS Help Desk: 833-771-4639 | Maine-SIS@maximus.com

Look for an invitation soon to join SIS-A information sessions via Zoom in late February, beginning of March.

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