SIS Survey

The Supports Intensity Scale (SIS®) is a statewide standardized assessment tool implemented by the State of Michigan for all Medicaid-eligible persons 18 and older who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, who are currently receiving case management or supports coordination or respite only services through the behavioral health system.  Please take a few minutes to complete this survey to the best of your ability, as it will help to inform future services and supports for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

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1. Which statement best describes your involvement in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) services in Michigan?

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2. How could the data from the SIS® assessment help you to perform your role?

  Currently using in my role Could be useful in my role Not relevant for my role
Make sure people receive the services they need
Understand population-level needs for development of provider network capacity
Evaluate network adequacy for people with IDD
Identify geographic areas to increase service availability or build new programs
Understand differences in needs across the population
Recommend specific needs for inclusion in an individual plan of service (IPOS)
Inform the person-centered planning process by identifying potential goals and objectives
Identify potential service referrals for individuals
Help guide safety planning
Predict costs
Forecast a need for services which may not currently be available
Identify people who may be at risk if they lose a large portion of natural supports (e.g. aging parents)
Identify cases where services being authorized or provided are inconsistent with a person's needs
Ensure that assessors are consistently understanding item intent
Ensure SIS® assessments are being completed in a timely manner
Review validity and reliability of SIS® assessments

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