DVR Program Policy Manual/Addendum B DVR Fee Schedule

These fees are established in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) 34 § 361.50 that permit an agency to establish fee limits for services designed to ensure a reasonable cost to the program for each service. If the service is provided as a direct payment to the individual, either a receipt or other appropriate documentation that the funds were used as intended is required. The Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) 34 § 361.54(b)(3)(ii) states that individuals who are eligible for SSI/SSDI due to their disability will not be required to participate in the cost of any services on the IPE. DVR is responsible for paying the cost of IPE services for individuals eligible for SSI/SSDI due to disability including any costs that are determined to exceed the rate of payment established in a DVR fee schedule. The procedure for requesting an exception to this fee schedule is described in DVR’s Exception Request/Process Form (DVR-14918-E).

DVR Program Policy Manual/Addendum B DVR Fee Schedule
Goods/Services	Price	Comments
Computers	Up to $1000 (effective July 1, 2022); price comparisons are required. Refer to Rate of Payment Determination & Required Documentation.	Includes CPU, keyboard, monitor, printer, modem, operating system (i.e., Chrome, Mac OS, MS Windows), Microsoft Office Software and browser systems (i.e., Safari, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, etc.). For more information please review recommended specs for Windows. Price does not include: Assistive or rehabilitation technology devices and/or software Software and programs not preloaded and included in the base computer price (I.e., Adobe, QuickBooks, etc.) Shipping/handling Warranties/maintenance/support (e.g. Geek Squad)
Medical Services to Improve Functioning (i.e., Medical Restoration) if Necessary to Achieve the Employment Outcome in a Plan for Employment	See comments at right.	Refer to Provision of Medical Restoration Services Traditional & Non-Traditional for assistance in determining if the services are necessary. For medical services and equipment, the maximum allowable rate is the rate listed in the WI Medicaid Maximum Allowable Fee Schedules. If the procedure or item is not on the list, obtain three price estimates and follow the Payment Determination & Required Documentation. For hearing aids, the process outlined in the Hearing Aid Policy and Procedures should be followed.
Occupational Tools and Equipment	Up to $3,000; price comparisons are required. Refer to Rate of Payment Determination & Required Documentation.
Assistive Technology	Up to $10,000; price comparisons are required. Refer to Rate of Payment Determination & Required Documentation. Delegated Authority limits remain in place.	Refer to Assistive Technology Guidance for more information about how AT may be used throughout the DVR process. Assistive technology may be needed and appropriate: During the eligibility determination assessment Assessment of VR needs Development of the IPE During IPE Services Annual reviews of ineligibility decisions Annual review of extended employment Existing Business: DVR may participate in the purchase of assistive technology services and equipment identified as necessary for the consumer to perform the essential functions of a job. DVR cannot participate in the purchase of services or equipment identified for business use only. If an item cannot be adapted or modified and a new item or piece of equipment is recommended for purchase with the adaption or modification, DVR is only responsible for the adaption or modification portion; the business owner or business owner/consumer will be responsible for the remainder. Trade in value can be included as a portion of a financial contribution. Refer to the Existing Business Policy.
Child Care	County Maximum Rate	Refer to Secondary Service Policy for circumstances in which DVR pays for childcare. Use the County Maximum Rate for childcare reimbursement at the 100% level. If applicable, consider Wisconsin Shares program as a comparable benefit.
Maintenance	Actual increased costs. See comments at right	Refer to Secondary Service Policy for circumstances in which DVR pays for maintenance. For meals and lodging, use the rates listed on the DWD Travel Rates page (Staff Only, Internal Link) as the maximum allowable rate. Businesses are not expected to honor the DWD employee travel rates for meals and lodging for DVR consumers. Consumers should use the lowest cost option that meets the need. If the lowest cost option exceeds the applicable DWD Travel rate, an Exception Request is required. Refer to DVR Program Policy Manual/Addendum A DVR Training Grant for maintenance costs related to post-secondary training.
Post-Secondary Training Non-Financial Aid Eligible	Up to $6,000 in a 12-month period.	Please review School or Training Program Offering No Financial Aid (Non-FAO) (Staff Only, Internal Link) for policy and procedure information. Please review DVR Program Policy Manual/Addendum A DVR Training Grant for additional fee schedule information.
Transportation	See comments at right.	Refer to the DVR Transportation Policy when considering transportation options for a consumer. For mileage reimbursement, use the rate listed on DWD Travel Rates (Staff Only, Internal Link) for "Vehicle – mileage rate when fleet car is not available."
Self-Employment Start-Up	3 Tiers based on total business start-up costs: Tier 1 $0 - $6,000 Tier 2 $6,001 – $12,000 Tier 3 $12,001 -$18,000	Refer to Self-Employment Start-Up Toolkit. DVR’s financial participation will be used to purchase services and equipment needed for the start-up of the business identified in the approved business plan and must follow DVR’s purchasing policies. The business's start-up cost excludes costs for training, assessments, and rehabilitation technology services. This fee structure only pertains to start-up business. This does not pertain to Supported Self-Employment or Existing Business.