1.Who is Eligible for IDD Services?

Any resident (child or adult) of Bexar County, who is believed to have one or more of the following disabilities, may be eligible for services through the IDD: Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Pervasive Developmental Disorder (i.e., Autism, Asperger's Syndrome) Persons with related conditions who are eligible for services in Medicaid programs operated by Human and Health Services (HHS). Nursing facility residents who are eligible for specialized services due to intellectual and developmental disabilities or a related condition Children who are eligible for services from the Early Childhood Intervention Interagency Council (ECI)

2.When will I be eligible for services?

All Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDDS) programs currently have an interest list. For more information, contact IDD's Intake and Eligibility Department at (210) 832-5020

.3.Who is my service coordinator?

Refer to your service coordination introduction letter or call (210) 832-5020 to be referred to your service coordinator.

4.What is an EDA?

An EDA is an eligibility determination assessment, formerly known as a DMR. The assessment will determine what services you may be eligible for. To find out more, call the Intellectual and Development Disabilities Services at (210) 832-5020.

5.At what age can my child be tested for developmental delays?

There is no minimum or maximum age requirement to have an Eligibility Determination Assessment (EDA) completed. However, to receive services, there must be evidence that an intellectual disability originated prior to age 18.

6.I am in a Medicaid-waiver program and I want to transfer to another county, whom should I contact?

Contact your assigned Services Coordination Specialist, and he or she can assist you with contact information for that county and to facilitate the transfer process.

7.How do you request services through the IDDS?

The process begins with the Intake Unit by the completion and submission of an Intake and Eligibility (I&E) application. You may download an I&E application from our website, request an application be mailed to you, or call an intake worker at (210) 832-5020. Intake and Eligibility Application

8.I received a letter from the Social Security office. Can someone help me with making sure I respond appropriately to the request?

The IDDS program has a Financial Eligibility Specialist to assist you with maintaining or reestablishing your benefits, once you have completed the Eligibility Determination process through the IDDS. 

9.Can an individual receive emergency services from the IDDS, such as respite services, if noted to have developmental disabilities but not yet tested or determined to be eligible for service?

Yes, the IDD works with Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, hospital establishments, the general public, etc that have cases that meet the safety net requirements for emergency services for placement or respite.

10.How can I become a local revenue provider?

Review the Open Enrollment Application (found in Provider Resources) for a description of the requirements and submittal process. If you have questions, contact the IDDS Client Rights Officer at (210) 832-5020.

11.What is PASRR?

PASRR is Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review. More Information

12.Where do I fax the PASRR Level 1 (PL1) Screening Form?

The dedicated PASRR fax number is (210) 822-0592.