Can a provider bill IFSP Development time to consult with an AT provider about how the AT device is to function?
Yes. Time spent to speak to the vendor is billable under IFSP development time once the AT vendor has received the authorization to provide the equipment/device. There may be specific information that the vendor requires from the provider who will implement the use of the AT before the equipment or device can actually be ordered or information that the provider requires from the vendor after receipt of the AT. Example – An OT might contact the vendor of the AFOs to determine how to make adjustments to make them work better.
