HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-07-07 I01G_02 Waukee PD CIT Officer Training AgreementAGENDA ITEM:
CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: July 7, 2025
AGENDA ITEM:Consideration of approval of agreement with Iowa Primary Care
Association related to funding plan for Crisis Intervention Team Officer.
FORMAT:Consent Agenda
SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: The Waukee Police Department enjoys a Crisis
Intervention Team (CIT), which is comprised of a sworn officer and a
mental health professional. The Crisis Intervention Team officer was
funded via a grant through Heart of Iowa region in the past. As of June
30, 2025, due to changes by the State of Iowa, Heart of Iowa no longer
exists, and Iowa Primary Care Association (PCA) will take over as the
district area service organization (ASO). PCA has offered a contract to
the City of Waukee to continue partial funding for our CIT officer with a
step-down plan for future years. While this funding does not fully fund
the position, the CIT officer was rolled into the police department
staffing at 100% with no grant funding anticipated for FY26, so this
agreement with PCA results in between $97,000 and $101,000 in
unanticipated funding for FY26. The agreement then steps down these
amounts by 25% for the next three years and maintains a 25% funding
beyond year 3.
FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS:
This agreement was not anticipated when the FY26 budget was created, so entering into the
agreement will result in unexpected revenues of between $97,000 and $101,000 being added to
the general fund for FY26 based on these reimbursements.
COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT:
STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT:
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Agreement.
ATTACHMENTS: I. Iowa Primary Care Association Contract
PREPARED BY:Chad McCluskey, Chief of Police
REVIEWED BY:Brad Deets, City Administrator
Steve Brick, City Attorney
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THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
RESOLUTION 2025-
APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH IOWA PRIMARY CARE ASSOCATION FOR
FUNDING TOWARDS CRISIS INTERVENTION TEAM OFFICER.
IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Dallas County, State of Iowa, is a duly organized Municipal
Organization; AND,
WHEREAS, the Waukee Police Department has a Crisis Intervention Team previously funded
by a grant through Heart of Iowa Region; AND,
WHEREAS, due to changes by the State of Iowa, Heart of Iowa Region no longer exists and
Iowa Primary Care Association has taken over as the Behavioral Health Administrative Services
Organization; AND,
WHEREAS, Iowa Primary Care Association has offered a contract to reimburse / offset some
costs associated with the Crisis Intervention Team Officer’s salary and equipment, with a step-
down plan over multiple years.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Waukee, Iowa on
this 7th day of July, 2025, that it hereby approves agreement from Iowa Primary Care
Association.
____________________________
Courtney Clarke, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________________
Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk
RESULTS OF VOTE: AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN
R. Charles Bottenberg
Chris Crone
Rob Grove
Anna Bergman Pierce
Ben Sinclair
Chad McCluskey
City of Waukee
June 15, 2025
Dear Chad,
The Iowa Primary Care Association (Iowa PCA), the state’s new Behavioral Health Administrative
Services Organization (BH-ASO), is excited to be reaching out to your organization to offer a
contract for services within Iowa’s behavioral health continuum of care. The continuum of care
is defined within Iowa’s Behavioral Health Service System Statewide Plan and includes
prevention, early intervention, treatment, recovery, and crisis services. There is a brief overview
of the Iowa PCA and our role as the BH-ASO at the end of this letter.
The contracting approach of the Iowa PCA, as the BH-ASO, provides access and sustainability
funding for services core to the continuum of care. These contracted services are one
component of Iowa’s new Behavioral Health Service System Statewide Plan. Another
component is Iowa HHS’s new Safety Net Management Information System (SN-MIS) and
associated fee schedule for billable services. We have included this information as well, and
those services will be billed directly to Iowa HHS for reimbursement and therefore are not
included in this contract or reimbursable by the Iowa PCA.
Click here for draft SN-MIS fee schedule
During this transition, services core to the continuum of care and service areas in effect now are
expected to carry over on July 1, 2025. With that goal in mind, b elow are some key principles
about the approach to contracting during this continuity period as we collectively work together
to transition to the new service system.
• Iowa’s Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Regions SFY24 expenditure data
and contract information was used to identify behavioral health and disability services
that will be paid through the SNMIS or through the BH-ASO.
• We have attempted to extract all direct services core to the continuum and eligible for
access and sustainability funding and included them in one contract, by provider or
partner, to carry forward July 1, 2025 in services areas as of June 30, 2025. Dollars
identified as one-time investments by MHDS Regions are not included in the BH-ASO
contracts effective July 1, 2025.
• The rates in Attachment B are consistent across the state and were set by Iowa HHS
based on historical expenditures data from both Iowa HHS contracts and as provided by
the legacy MHDS regions.
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• The contact information populated in the contracting package is based on the
information your organization submitted to us through the Provider Profile Form on our
website There may be additional information your organization is asked to populate in
the package.
We recognize that the process that was followed above may result in services, counties, or
funding not being accounted for in the contracting package your organization receives. Please
review all components of the package described below and reach out to
bhasoproviderrelations@iowapca.org to report any inaccurate information as soon as possible.
In addition to this cover letter, key components of the contracting package include:
1. Behavioral Health ASO Service Agreement – sets the general terms and conditions for
the overall business relationship. When designing this document, the Iowa PCA sought
continuity and streamlining across all providers. With this in mind, we will be accepting
minimal changes to this document.
2. Attachment A: Product Attachments – the number of attachments will vary depending
upon the services your organization provides (up to 7 total). These service descriptions
and requirements were developed by Iowa HHS and include state and federal
regulations. The Iowa PCA does not have authority to amend these.
3. Attachment B: Rate Sheet – the rates in this attachment are consistent across the state
and were set by Iowa HHS based on historical data provided by the legacy MHDS
Regions.
4. Attachment C: Data & Reporting – as the system develops, we will have additional details
on the requirements for data reporting necessitating future amendment.
5. Attachment D: Business Associate Agreement (BAA) – a legally binding agreement
between a covered entity (healthcare provider, health insurance plan, etc.) and a
business associate (a third party who performs certain functions or provides services
that involve access to protected health information (PHI). When designing this
document, the Iowa PCA sought continuity and streamlining across all providers. With
this in mind, we will not be accepting changes to this document.
The Iowa PCA is open to further discussion and is striving to maintain continuity of all services
that are carrying forward in the state’s continuum of care while also streamlining this important
work across the state. After reviewing all the attachments, please take one of two actions:
1) Execute the contract by signing all fields and submitting back to the Iowa PCA via the e -
signature process.
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2) Reach out to bhasoproviderrelations@iowapca.org to schedule time to discuss this
contract further.
The Iowa PCA is working to have all negotiations finalized and contracts fully executed no later
than June 20, 2025.
Upon execution, please also:
1. Upload a copy of your most recent W-9 to the link in the email, and
2. Fill out the Electronic Funds Transfer information attached.
We appreciate your engagement and responsiveness to this request as we collectively work
together to transition this system on July 1, 2025. We look forward to our partnership!
Sincerely,
Aaron L. Todd Jeni Hanselman
Chief Executive Officer Chief Behavioral Health Officer
Iowa Primary Care Association Iowa Primary Care Association
About the Iowa PCA and Its Role as the New BH-ASO
The Iowa PCA is recognized as a national leader in health information technology, value-based
care partnerships, quality improvement, organizational change management, and systems
change. As the statewide BH-ASO, the Iowa PCA will draw upon these competencies, our
experiences, and continue to seek input from local stakeholders to inform their approach to
system redesign efforts and to ensure a smooth transition to the new model. The BH-ASO is
responsible for ensuring all Iowans have clear, consistent pathways to care and the support they
need within each behavioral health district through installation of behavioral health system
navigation. The Iowa PCA will meet regularly with local leaders, school officials, law
enforcement, health care providers and public health professionals to discuss behavioral health
needs at a local level. We will also engage in district assessment and planning that is aligned
with the state’s Behavioral Health Service System Statewide Plan. Over time, we will instill a
unified operational approach for each of the seven behavioral health districts with guidance and
input from the Behavioral Health District Advisory Councils, resulting in a more streamlined and
efficient system of care.
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Behavioral Health – Administrative Services Organization Agreement - SIGNATURE PAGE
In consideration of the promises and representations stated, the Parties agree as set forth in this
Agreement. The Authorized Representative acknowledges, warrants, and represents that the Authorized
Representative has the authority and authorization to act on behalf of its Party. The Authorized
Representative further acknowledges and represents that he/she received and reviewed this Agreement
in its entirety.
The Authorized Representative for each Party executes this Agreement with the intent to bind the Parties
in accordance with this Agreement.
Provider’s Legal Name (“Provider”) – Matching the applicable tax form (i.e., W-9, Line 1):
City of Waukee
Authorized Representative’s Signature:
Authorized Representative’s Name – Printed:
Chad McCluskey
Authorized Representative’s Title:
Authorized Representative’s Signature Date:
Telephone Number:
Email Address – Official Correspondence:
cmccluskey@waukee.org
Mailing Address – Official Correspondence:
Payment Address – If different than Mailing
Address:
IRS 1099 Address – If different than Mailing
Address:
Tax ID Number – As listed on corresponding tax
form:
Iowa Primary Care Association (“BH-ASO”)
Authorized Representative’s Signature:
Authorized Representative’s Name – Printed:
Aaron L. Todd
Authorized Representative’s Title:
Chief Executive Officer
Authorized Representative’s Countersignature Date:
Mailing Address – Official Correspondence:
500 S.W. 7th Street, Suite 300, Des Moines, IA 50309
Email Address – Official Correspondence:
atodd@iowapca.org
Effective Date of the Agreement (“Effective Date”):
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Behavioral Health Services Agreement
Provider and BH-ASO enter into this Behavioral Health Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) as of the
Effective Date set forth on the Signature Page above. Provider and BH-ASO each are referred to as a
“Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”
RECITALS
1) WHEREAS BH-ASO is a non-profit corporation contracted with the Iowa Department of Health and
Human Services to serve as the Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization in all
behavioral health districts in the State of Iowa under 2024 Iowa Acts, chapter 1161 (the “BHDADS
Systems Act”) and pursuant to Contract # BEHEOPC-25-201 as amend from time-to-time (the “State
ASO Contract”);
2) WHEREAS Provider is approved by required governmental agencies to provide behavioral health care
and/or other related services and supplies and desires to provide services to eligible recipients in
accordance with the law; and
3) WHEREAS the Parties intend by entering into this Agreement that they will make behavioral health
care and/or other related services and supplies available to eligible recipients under this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and representations stated, the Parties agree as
follows:
SECTION 1 – DEFINITIONS
The terms set out below shall have the meanings assigned to them in this Agreement. If a term is not
defined in this Agreement, it shall have the meaning assigned to it in the BHDADS Systems Act or the State
ASO Contract, or other appliable state or federal code or regulations. In the event of conflict between
such definitions, the definition given to a term by the BHDADS Systems Act shall control.
1.1 BH-ASO: Shall have the meaning set forth on the Signature Page.
1.2 BHDADS Systems Act: Shall have the meaning set forth in the Recitals.
1.3 Consumer: An individual seeking services through the Iowa Behavioral Health Services System
and which meets the applicable eligibility requirements.
1.4 Deliverables: Shall mean those required materials, reports, and other data or communications
that Provider must provide BH-ASO as set out in Attachment A or B.
1.5 District: Shall have the meaning assigned to it in the BHDADS Systems Act and the State ASO
Contract.
1.6 District Plan: Shall have the meaning assigned to it in the BHDADS Systems Act and the State ASO
Contract.
1.7 Government Contract: Any Agreement between, or applicable to, the Iowa HHS and the BH-ASO
related to the Services.
1.8 Iowa HHS: The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.
1.9 Law: Without limitation, federal, state, tribal, or local statutes, codes, orders, ordinances, and
regulations applicable to this Agreement including but not limited to:
a. SAMHSA Subrecipient Federal Regulations: 2 CFR 200.331(a)(1-5);
b. SAMHSA Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services (SUPTRS) Block
Grant Regulations: 45 CFR Part 96 Subpart L;
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c. Community Mental Health Services Block Grant regulations for an approved State
application pursuant 42 USC CHAPTER 6A, SUBCHAPTER XVII, Part B, subpart I, §300x;
d. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Office on Smoking and Health, National and State
Tobacco Control Program;
e. Title IV of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996
(PRWORA).
f. Specific Service Guidance developed by Iowa HHS.
1.10 Loss: Shall have the meaning assigned to in in Section 5(1) of this Agreement.
1.11 Marks: The trademarks, service marks, domain names, or logos of either Party.
1.12 Personnel: Staff and licensed healthcare providers employed or contracted by Provider for
Services to Consumers.
1.13 Policies and Procedures: Those written policies and procedures, and general requirements from
Iowa HHS, published by BH-ASO on its website that govern the relationship among Iowa HHS,
the Provider, and BH-ASO, including any procurement policy, billing and payment process,
grievance procedures, and provider handbook or similar materials.
1.14 Provider: Shall mean the entity designated on the Signature Page.
1.15 Services: Clinical or non-clinical assistance, in any of the following areas on the behavioral
health continuum: prevention, early intervention, treatment, recovery, and crisis services and
recovery supports, which the Provider is licensed and authorized to provide and is a
requirement of this Agreement as set out in Attachment A and B.
1.16 State: Shall mean the State of Iowa.
1.17 State ASO Contract: Shall have the meaning set forth in the Recitals.
1.18 State Behavioral Health Plan: The plan developed by Iowa HHS, subject to public review and
comment, that identifies and addresses systemic needs and adopts key strategies, tactics, and
goals for the Behavioral Health Service System.
SECTION 2 – PROVIDER OBLIGATIONS
2.1 Standard of Care.
a. Provider agrees to provide the Services and Deliverables set out in Attachment A and B
to the District(s) outlined in Attachment A and B, and any other attachments adding
Services or Deliverables.
b. Provider will ensure all Services delivered hereunder are delivered in accordance with
generally accepted standards of practice, generally acceptable standards of professional
conduct, Law, and Policies and Procedures.
c. Provider will maintain adequate Personnel to ensure Services are provided without wait
lists and within any other standards set out by Law, Policies or Procedures, or the
attachments.
d. Provider shall prevent any abuse, neglect, or exploitation of Consumers while receiving
Services and shall comply with all Law and reporting requirements related to abuse,
neglect, or exploitation.
2.2 State Behavioral Health Plan and District Plan(s). In addition to any standards set by Law, in the
Policies and Procedures, or in attachments or amendments, Provider shall adhere to and provide
Services in a manner which conforms with any standards set in the State Behavioral Health Plan
or District Plan(s) or State ASO Contract.
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2.3 Non-Discrimination. Provider will not differentiate or discriminate against Consumers in a
manner prohibited by Law or the State ASO Contract. Provider will provide Services in the same
location, in the same general manner, in accordance with the same or substantially similar
standards, and within the same general time or availability, regardless of payer.
2.4 Facilities, Equipment, and Personnel. Provider’s facilities, equipment, personnel, technology
(hardware and software), and administrative services will be maintained at an industry standard
level and quality necessary to perform Provider’s duties under this Agreement and attachments
and to comply with Law. Provider will further ensure that its Personnel comply with the applicable
terms of this Agreement.
2.5 Use of Name. Provider will participate in any program awareness activities conducted by the BH-
ASO in accordance with Law or Government Contracts. Neither Provider nor BH-ASO will use the
other’s name, including, but not limited to, trademarks, service marks, domain names, or logos
(“Marks”) without the prior written approval of the other Party. This Agreement does not grant
either Party a license or sublicense to the other Party’s Marks. Notwithstanding the foregoing: (a)
Provider may refer to BH-ASO as a program in which Provider participates; and (b) BH-ASO may
use Provider’s name and related information: (i) in BH-ASO’s filings and publications to identify
Provider as providing Services to Consumers; (ii) in communications to identify Provider to
Consumers; and (iii) as may be required to comply with the Law or the State ASO Contract.
Provider agrees that Provider’s marketing materials related to this Agreement require BH-ASO’s
review and prior written approval unless otherwise noted in the Agreement.
2.6 Maintaining Records. Provider will maintain complete and correct books and records relating to
Services provided under this Agreement for tax, accounting, and operation purposes. Provider
records will include, but are not limited to, any records required in Attachment A or B, medical,
and billing records for each Consumer to whom Provider provides Services. The records Provider
maintains related to Services provided hereunder shall contain all information required by Law,
generally accepted professional practices, the Policies and Procedures, the State ASO Contract,
and this Agreement. Any records will be owned and maintained by the Provider and Provider will
retain such records for as long as required by Law. This section will survive any termination of this
Agreement.
2.7 Annual Audit and On-Site Visits. Provider shall engage a certified public accountant to conduct
an annual financial audit and must provide the report of each such audit to the BH-ASO within
one hundred eighty (180) days of Provider’s fiscal year end. BH-ASO may periodically conduct
site visits and reviews of Provider facilities and places of service, which such site visits may be in-
person or virtual.
2.8 Confidentiality of Consumer Record.
a. To the extent applicable, Provider will comply with all applicable Laws, including, but not
limited to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) and
the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (“HITECH”) Act, and
Government Contract regarding privacy and confidentiality. Provider will not disclose or
use a Consumer’s name, address, social security number, identity, other personal
information, treatment modality, or medical and billing records without obtaining
appropriate authorization, except as otherwise permitted or required by Law or in order
to provide emergency or crisis services in accordance with the Law. This section does not
affect or limit Provider’s obligation to make available the record and other encounter
data, and information concerning a Consumer’s care to BH-ASO, a governmental agency,
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or another provider of health care. This section will survive any termination. To the extent
that BH-ASO performs services for or on behalf of Provider such that BH-ASO is a
“business associate” to Provider as that term is defined by HIPAA or the HITECH Act, the
Parties agree to abide by the terms of the Business Associate Addendum attached hereto
as Attachment D.
b. If in the course of performance of this Agreement, either Party provides the other Party
with individually identifiable information related to a Consumer that is not otherwise
protected by HIPAA or the HITECH Act, the receiving Party shall comply with all applicable
data protection Law and use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect such
information.
2.9 Informed Consent. Unless impracticable due to a crisis situation, Provider shall obtain informed
consent from the Consumer and comply with all applicable state and federal data protection laws
before sharing confidential Consumer data needed for BHDADS Systems navigation. Such BHDADS
Systems navigation data sharing may include, but is not limited to, sharing between the following
areas for service coordination: Aging and Disability, Medicaid Managed Care Organizations,
Integrated Home Health, Justice-involved services, education systems and juvenile court services.
Documents evidencing such informed consent shall include any and all language required by Law
or the BH-ASO. The BH-ASO may request to review or approve Provider’s informed consent form
prior to the use of such form.
2.10 Delivery of Consumer Information and Site Visit. To the extent permitted by Law, Provider shall
provide data and other records, as required for reporting and quality improvement, to BH-ASO as
outlined in Attachment A or B. Provider will deliver such data and records within seven (7)
calendar days, or a shorter period if required by Law, upon request or as may be required by Law,
the Policies and Procedures, or third-party payers. Such data includes but is not limited to: (i)
Consumer’s complaints and grievances; (ii) utilization and program compliance; (iii) payment; (iv)
state and federal regulatory requests; and (v) requests made by accreditation agencies.
a. Paper Records: Notwithstanding the foregoing, BH-ASO will otherwise reimburse
Provider a copying fee of ten cents ($0.10) per page, not to exceed twenty dollars ($20)
per request. Provider will deliver a written invoice to BH-ASO within thirty (30) days of
providing the requested records to the BH-ASO.
b. Electronic Records: To the extent that Provider maintains records electronically, Provider
will furnish BH-ASO electronic access to the items as requested by BH-ASO or as required
by a governmental agency without charge. This section will survive any termination of this
Agreement.
2.11 Consumer Access to Consumer Record. Provider will give each Consumer access to the
Consumer’s Record and other applicable information in accordance with Law. This section will
survive any termination of this Agreement.
2.12 Participation in Appeals and Grievance Programs. Provider will participate in and comply with
BH-ASO and Iowa HHS’s grievance and appeals programs and assist any Consumers in filing a
grievance.
2.13 Information Reporting and Changes. Provider will deliver to BH-ASO a complete and accurate
list of its business/practice/facility locations and, as applicable, a list of Personnel. The
information includes, but is not limited to, the information reasonably required by BH-ASO to
produce provider directories and any subsequent changes to that information. Provider will be
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required to deliver any changes as to its business/practice/facility locations and Personnel within
fifteen (15) days of the date of such change.
2.14 Data and Security; General Terms for Service Contracts; and Contingent Terms for Service
Contracts. Provider shall comply with all applicable Data and Security terms of the State ASO
Contract, as well as the General Terms for Service Contracts, and Contingent Terms for Service
Contracts referenced in the State ASO Contract.
2.15 Licensure. Provider represents that it, and its Personnel, has or have the appropriate, necessary,
and applicable licenses, credentialing, and accreditation to provide Services in good standing,
free of disciplinary action, and in unrestricted status. If required by Law, Provider and/or its
Personnel shall maintain a current state controlled substances and/or federal Controlled
Substance Act registration number. Provider will deliver evidence of licensure, credentialing, and
accreditation to BH-ASO upon BH-ASO’s request. Provider will promptly notify BH-ASO of
changes in its and its Personnel’s licensure, credentialing, and accreditation status, including, but
not limited to, disciplinary action taken or proposed by any agency responsible for oversight of
Provider and its Personnel.
2.16 Unrestricted Status. If applicable, Provider represents to its best knowledge, information, and
belief, neither it, nor any contracted or employed individuals who provide services, medical
director or prescriptions reimbursable by a federal health care program, or such other persons
required to be screened under applicable Law have been excluded from participation in the
Medicare Program, by the state’s Medicaid Program, or any other federal health care program
(collectively “Federal Health Care Program”). Provider agrees that it must check the Department
of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General List of Excluded Individuals and
Entities, the System for Award Management and any other applicable exclusion list required to
be checked under applicable Law to determine whether Provider or any of its Personnel have
been excluded from participation in any Federal Health Care Program. These databases must be
checked for any new Personnel and thereafter not less than monthly. Provider will notify BH-
ASO as soon as possible in writing if Provider determines that Provider or any of its Personnel
are suspended or excluded from any Federal Health Care Program. Provider agrees that it is
subject to 2 CFR Part 376.
2.17 Legal Actions. Provider will give prompt written notice to BH-ASO of: (i) a legal claim asserted by
a Consumer related to Services and adjudicated with judgment against Provider and its Personnel
and information about its resolution; and (ii) a criminal charge or indictment adjudicated against
Provider or its Personnel and information about its resolution. This section will survive any
termination of this Agreement.
2.18 Liability Insurance. Provider will maintain general liability insurance, professional liability
insurance, automobile liability, umbrella liability, workers’ compensation/employer liability, and
property damage coverage consistent with industry standards and as required by Law, but such
amount will be no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and three million
dollars ($3,000,000.00) in the aggregate for a policy year. Provider will maintain cyber insurance
and additional insurance coverage consistent with industry standards and as required by Law,
but such amount will be no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and
three million dollars ($3,000,000.00) in the aggregate for a policy year. Additionally, for each
applicable Provider employee medical malpractice coverage shall be maintained consistent with
industry standards and as required by Law, but such amount will be no less than one million
dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and three million dollars ($3,000,000.00) in the aggregate
for a policy year. Provider will deliver copies of such insurance policy to BH-ASO within ten (10)
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business days of a written request by BH-ASO. Provider will deliver advance written notice fifteen
(15) business days before any change, reduction, cancellation, or termination of its insurance
coverage. This section will survive any termination.
2.19 Compliance with Law and Government Contracts. Provider will comply with the Law that is
applicable to this Agreement. Provider acknowledges BH-ASO has entered into a State ASO
Contract and Provider agrees it will comply with the applicable requirements from the State ASO
Contract and any applicable amendment. Upon written request from Provider, BH-ASO will give
Provider a copy of each relevant Government Contract under which Provider is participating,
redacted to remove financial and other private and trade secret information.
2.20 Fraud and Abuse. Provider shall prevent any abuse, neglect, or exploitation of Consumers while
receiving Services and shall comply with all Law and reporting requirements related to abuse,
neglect or exploitation. Provider will comply with Law relating to fraud, waste, and abuse.
Provider will establish and maintain policies and procedures for identifying and investigating
fraud, waste, and abuse. In the event Provider discovers an occurrence of fraud, waste, or abuse,
Provider will promptly notify BH-ASO. Provider will use best efforts to participate in and comply
with investigations conducted by BH-ASO or by a governmental agency. This section will survive
any termination.
2.21 Consumer Satisfaction. Provider shall use the process developed by BH-ASO, or if no process is
developed Provider shall develop a process, to no less than annually seek input from Consumers
on the quality of the Services provided by Provider. Provider shall annually report the finding to
the BH-ASO.
SECTION 3 – PAYMENT
3.1 Services Outside Scope of This Agreement. Provider acknowledges that this Agreement does not
address behavioral health services that are outside the scope of the defined Services in
Attachment A. Any behavioral health services that are otherwise payable by Iowa Health Link,
Iowa Medicaid fee for service, or other third-party payors shall be submitted to such payor. For
example, behavioral health services which are provided to under-insured or uninsured Consumers
below 200 percent of the federal poverty level which generate a billable code shall not be
submitted to BH-ASO, rather such claims should be submitted to the Iowa HHS via the Safety Net
Management Information System.
3.2 Payment for Services. BH-ASO shall pay Provider for Services in accordance with the payment
schedule set forth in Attachment B. All payments from the BH-ASO are contingent upon
appropriation from the Iowa Legislature and funding to the BH-ASO from Iowa HHS. Provider shall
not hold the BH-ASO liable for non-payment due to the BH-ASO not receiving an appropriation
from the Iowa Legislature or funding from Iowa HHS.
3.3 Invoices for Services
a. Provider will submit an electronic invoice to the BH-ASO by the tenth (10th) day of the
month outlining the Services or Deliverables performed, unless otherwise agreed to in an
attachment. BH-ASO will pay any undisputed invoices within sixty (60) days from receipt
of invoice.
b. Invoices must contain any required elements for each Service set out in the attachments.
c. All invoices or claims must be submitted by the shorter of three (3) months after the last
month in which that Service was last completed or thirty (30) days after the end of the
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Iowa HHS fiscal year. Invoices submitted outside this timely filing requirement shall not
be reimbursable.
d. Upon request by BH-ASO, Provider will provide any records related to the invoice for
review or audit by the BH-ASO or Iowa HHS.
3.4 Consumer Hold Harmless. Provider agrees in no event, including, but not limited to, non-
payment, insolvency, or breach of this Agreement by BH-ASO, will Provider bill, charge, collect a
deposit from, seek remuneration or reimbursement from, or have any recourse against a
Consumer or person acting on a Consumer’s behalf for Services provided pursuant to this
Agreement, unless otherwise permitted by Law.
3.5 Consumer Grievances. Provider shall not prohibit or induce a Consumer to not file a grievance for
Services provided by Provider.
SECTION 4 – TERM AND TERMINATION
4.1 Term. This Agreement will commence on the Effective Date indicated by BH-ASO and will continue
in effect for one (1) year and will renew for successive one (1) year terms unless terminated by
either Party in accordance with this Agreement.
4.2 Termination without Cause. This Agreement may be terminated without cause at any time by
either Party by giving at least one hundred eighty (180) days prior written notice to the other
Party.
4.3 Termination with Cause. In the event of a breach of a material provision of this Agreement, the
Party claiming the breach will give the other Party written notice of termination setting forth the
facts underlying its claim that the other Party breached this Agreement. The Party receiving the
notice of termination will have thirty (30) days from the date of receipt of such notice to remedy
or cure the claimed breach to the satisfaction of the other Party. During this thirty (30) day period,
the Parties agree to meet as reasonably necessary and to confer to resolve the claimed breach. If
the Party receiving the notice of termination has not remedied or cured the breach within such
thirty (30) day period, the Party who delivered the notice of termination has the right to
immediately terminate this Agreement upon expiration of the thirty (30) day period.
Notwithstanding the forgoing, the BH-ASO may immediately terminate this Agreement under this
Agreement, without providing the Provider the opportunity to cure a material breach should the
BH-ASO reasonably believe the material breach of this Agreement to be non-curable.
4.4 Immediate Termination. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, this Agreement
may immediately be terminated upon written notice to the other Party in the event any of the
following occurs:
a. Provider’s license or any other approval needed to provide Services is limited, suspended,
or revoked by a governmental or accrediting agency, or an indictment is issued against
Provider;
b. Provider fails to maintain adequate levels of insurance;
c. Provider has not or is unable to comply with credentialing, accreditation, or licensing
requirements;
d. Provider becomes insolvent or files a petition to declare bankruptcy or for reorganization
under the bankruptcy laws of the United States, or a trustee in bankruptcy or receiver for
Provider is appointed by appropriate authority;
e. BH-ASO reasonably determines that Provider’s facility, equipment, or Personnel are
insufficient to provide Services;
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f. Provider is excluded/precluded from participation in a state or federal health care
program;
g. Provider is terminated as a provider by a state or federal health care program;
h. Provider engages in fraud, waste, or abuse or permits fraud, waste, or abuse by another
in connection with the Provider’s obligations under this Agreement;
i. BH-ASO reasonably determines that Services are not being properly provided or arranged
for by Provider and such failure poses a threat to Consumer’s health and safety;
j. Provider violates any Law;
k. Provider fails to satisfy the terms of a corrective action plan; or
l. Termination is required by Iowa HHS or another governmental agency.
SECTION 5 – GENERAL CONDITIONS
5.1 Indemnification. Provider will indemnify and hold harmless the BH-ASO and its officers, directors,
shareholders, employees, agents, and representatives, and the Iowa HHS, from any and all
liabilities, losses, damages, claims, and expenses of any kind, including costs and attorneys’ fees,
which result from a breach of the duties and obligations of the Provider or its officers, directors,
shareholders, employees, agents, and representatives under this Agreement (a “Loss”). BH-ASO
agrees to give the Provider prompt written notice of any claim made against the BH-ASO. To the
extent that BH-ASO incurs a Loss as a result of the action of a government agency imposing a
penalty or recoupment against BH-ASO, BH-ASO may recoup the amount of such Loss from the
Provider or may set off the amount of the Loss against any reimbursement due Provider. This
section will survive the termination of this Agreement.
5.2 Relationship of the Parties. Nothing contained in this Agreement is intended to create, nor will it
be construed to create, any relationship between the Parties other than that of independent
parties contracting with each other solely for effectuating this Agreement. This Agreement is not
intended to create a relationship of agency, representation, joint venture, or employment
between the Parties. Nothing herein contained will prevent the Parties from entering into similar
arrangements with other parties. Each Party will maintain separate and independent
management and will be responsible for its own operations. Nothing contained in this Agreement
is intended to create, nor will it be construed to create, any right in any third-party to enforce this
Agreement.
5.3 Governing Law. The laws of the State of Iowa will govern this Agreement to the extent such laws
are not preempted by federal laws.
5.4 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, including attachments, exhibits, amendments and
incorporated documents or materials, contains the entire agreement between the Parties relating
to the rights granted and obligations imposed by this Agreement. Any prior agreements, promises,
negotiations, or representations, either oral or written, between the Parties and relating to the
subject matter of this Agreement, are of no force or effect.
5.5 Severability. If a term, provision, covenant, or condition of this Agreement is held by a court of
competent jurisdiction or any governmental agency with oversight authority for this Agreement
to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect
and will in no way be affected, impaired, or invalidated because of such decision.
5.6 Headings and Construction. The headings in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and
are not considered a part of this Agreement in construing or interpreting its provisions. It is the
Parties’ desire that if a provision of this Agreement is determined to be ambiguous, then the rule
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of construction that such provision is construed against its drafter will not apply to the
interpretation of the ambiguous provision. The following rules of construction apply to this
Agreement: (i) the word “day” means calendar day unless otherwise specified; (ii) the term
“business day” means Monday through Friday, except federal holidays; (iii) all words used in this
Agreement will be construed to be of such gender or number as circumstances require; (iv)
references to specific statutes, regulations, rules or forms, include subsequent amendments or
successors to them; and (v) references to any government department or agency include any
successor departments or agencies.
5.7 Non-exclusivity. This Agreement will not be construed to be an exclusive Agreement between the
Parties.
5.8 Amendments.
a. Regulatory Amendments or Change to State ASO Contract. BH-ASO may immediately
amend this Agreement to maintain consistency or compliance with applicable policy,
directive, Law, or the State ASO Contract at any time and without Provider’s consent. Such
amendment will be binding upon Provider.
b. Non-Regulatory Amendments. Notwithstanding the Regulatory Amendments section,
BH-ASO may otherwise amend this Agreement upon thirty (30) days prior written notice
to Provider. If Provider does not deliver a written disapproval to such amendment within
the thirty (30) day period, the amendment will be deemed accepted by and binding upon
Provider.
5.9 Delegation or Subcontract. Provider will submit to BH-ASO a list identifying Provider’s
Subcontractors with a description of the services each Subcontractor provides as it relates to the
performance of this Agreement. Provider will promptly submit updates to the list to BH-ASO.
Provider will ensure each Subcontractor complies with the applicable terms of this Agreement.
Provider’s contract with a Subcontractor will be in writing and will bind the Subcontractor to the
applicable terms required for compliance with this Agreement. BH-ASO has the right to request
Provider eliminate the use of a Subcontractor that does not meet the applicable terms of the
Agreement and Provider will take reasonable action to comply with the request.
5.10 Assignment. Provider may not assign or transfer, in whole or in part, any rights, duties, or
obligations under this Agreement without the mutual prior written consent of the BH-ASO.
Subject to the foregoing, this Agreement is binding upon, and inures to the benefit of the Parties
and respective successors in interest and assignees. Neither the acquisition of BH-ASO nor a
change of its legal name shall be deemed an assignment.
5.11 Provider Grievance or Payment Dispute.
a. In the event of a grievance or payment dispute, Provider shall submit a written grievance
to the BH-ASO at the notice address set forth herein, or through the process set out in
the Policies and Procedures, within sixty (60) days of the occurrence of the event(s) giving
rise to the grievance. The written grievance shall include at a minimum: description of the
issue, relevant Agreement section(s), and supporting evidence.
b. BH-ASO shall promptly investigate the grievance and shall respond in writing within forty-
five (45) days, with the results of the investigation into the claim and any resolution or
corrective action. This forty-five (45) day timeline may be tolled by BH-ASO to the extent
additional information is required from Provider or another party. If the timeline is tolled
following the request for additional information, the remainder of the timeline shall begin
to run upon receipt of the additional information by the BH-ASO or at such time that
Provider indicates that such information is not available.
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c. If Provider continues to be dissatisfied with the outcome of the grievance or payment
dispute following the investigation and response from BH-ASO, then Provider can appeal
BH-ASO’s decision to the State.
5.12 Notice.
a. Delivery. All notices required or permitted by this Agreement will be in writing and delivered:
(i) in person; (ii) by U.S. Postal Service (“USPS”) registered, certified, or express mail with
postage prepaid; (iii) by overnight courier that guarantees next day delivery; (iv) by email.
Notice is deemed given: (i) on the date of personal delivery; (ii) on the second business day after
the postmark date for USPS registered, certified, or express mail with postage prepaid; (iii) on
the date of delivery shown by overnight courier; or (iv) on the date of transmission for email.
b. Addresses. The mailing address and email address, set forth under the Signature Page will be
the Party’s information for delivery of notice. Each Party may change its information through
written notice in compliance with this section without amending this Agreement. Notice will be
sent to the attention of the Authorized Representative.
5.13 Waiver. A failure or delay of the BH-ASO to exercise or enforce any provision of this Agreement
will not be deemed a waiver of any right of the BH-ASO. Any waiver must be specific, in writing,
and executed by the Parties.
5.14 Execution in Counterparts and Duplicates. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts,
each of which will be deemed an original, but all of which together will constitute one and the
same instrument. The Parties agree facsimile signatures, pdf signatures, photocopied signatures,
electronic signatures, or signatures scanned and sent via email will have the same effect as
original signatures.
5.15 Force Majeure. Neither Party will be liable or deemed to be in default for any delay or failure to
perform any duty under this Agreement resulting directly or indirectly, from acts of God, civil or
military authority, acts of a public enemy, war, accident, fire, explosion, earthquake, flood,
strikes by either Party’s employees, or any other similar cause beyond the reasonable control of
such Party if it is determined that: (i) the Party used the efforts a reasonable person would during
the force majeure event to perform its duties under this Agreement; and (ii) the Party’s inability
to perform its duties during the force majeure event is not due to its failure to take measures to
protect itself against the force majeure event.
5.16 Confidentiality. Any information disclosed by either Party in fulfillment of its duties under this
Agreement will be kept confidential. Provider will not disclose or release information to a third-
party without the written consent of BH-ASO. However, each Party may share information with
its subsidiaries and affiliates and its respective Personnel and designees as necessary to fulfill the
terms of this Agreement. Nothing in the Agreement will preclude either Party from disclosing
information as required for compliance with a Law or as required to comply with a governmental
authority request provided that the information is only disclosed in a manner and to the extent
required for compliance and in accordance with applicable Law. Provider will either return
confidential information or destroy confidential information and provide confirmation of the
destruction to BH-ASO upon request if the Agreement terminates. This section will survive any
termination.
5.17 Expenses. Unless otherwise specifically stated in the Agreement, all costs and expenses incurred
in connection with this Agreement will be paid by the Party incurring the cost or expense.
5.18 Offshore Resources. Neither Provider nor its Subcontractors will perform any work, or store any
data, related to the administration of the Agreement outside the United States of America.
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ATTACHMENT A
SERVICES AND REQUIREMENTS
Provider agrees to provide the following Services or Deliverables, for the locations (if applicable) and
fees in Attachment B, and adhere to the following requirements and Laws for those services. Additional
services may be listed with a fee in Attachment B.
Co-Responder
1. Crisis Intervention Officer: Provider shall provide one full time Crisis Intervention Officer (CIO)
which shall perform the following duties:
a. Maintain a professional working relationship with the mental health professional
assigned.
b. Be the direct liaison between the mental health community and Provider.
c. Respond to mental health related calls for the Provider’s designated area.
d. Complete mental health follow-ups with identified consumers or referrals from patrol.
e. Complete assessments of individuals in a mental health crisis to determine if involuntary
hospitalization is required.
f. Provide transportation to locally identified resources best suited for the Consumer
requesting/requiring hospitalization.
g. Develop a resource guide linking all community stakeholders for their District or service
area.
h. Coordinate with local mental health agencies for continuity of care.
i. Attend meetings with local facilities, hospitals, courtroom work groups, and other key
stakeholders, as required.
j. Maintain, or cause Provider to maintain, data pertinent to the services required by the
CIO. This includes, but is not limited to, number of Consumers responded to.
k. Attend roll calls, monthly or as needed, to educate patrol officer and supervisors about
the program.
l. Work closely with the BH-ASO to improve implementation of the co-responder program.
m. Participate in any applicable training offered or required by the BH-ASO.
n. Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required by Law.
2. Requirements
a. CIO must be a certified and sworn law enforcement officer under the authority and
employment of the Provider.
b. Provider’s Chief of Police, or designee, shall select the employee to be the CIO.
c. Provider shall supervise the CIO.
d. Provider shall supply the following to the CIO:
i. Unmarked police motor vehicle
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ii. Office space (including, but not limited to, a desk)
iii. All standard issue police equipment
e. Provider shall pay the salary/wages, unemployment benefits, taxes, FICA, and any other
compensation and benefits associated with CIO.
f. Provider shall maintain workers compensation insurance.
3. Mental Health Professional
a. An individual from Inside Out Wellness and Advocacy will be assigned as a Mental
Health Professional (MHP) as a resource available to respond and provide assistance
upon dispatch or request of Provider.
b. CIO and MHP agree to share any relevant and appropriate data and information
necessary to respond to the deliverables in Section 1 of this Attachment.
c. CIO will keep any information shared by MHP confidential unless otherwise required by
Law to disclose the information.
d. Provider is not responsible for MHP costs.
4. Funding in Future Agreement Year
a. Provider and BH-ASO agree to reduce funding in future years, beginning no later than
2027, to increase Provider, or other funder, share and decrease BH-ASO share. This will
be done in an effort to increase local buy-in and sustainability of the program.
b. The BH-ASO portion of funding the program will be stepped down annually, starting no
later than 2027, by the following:
i. Step Down Year One: BH-ASO will fund 75% of cost of CIO.
ii. Step Down Year Two: BH-ASO will fund 50% of cost of CIO.
iii. Step Down Year Three: BH-ASO will fund 25% of cost of CIO.
iv. Step Down Year Four and ongoing: BH-ASO will fund 25% of cost of CIO.
5. Additionally, Provider agrees to the following:
a. Amendments. Provider and BH-ASO agree that additional or revised requirements to
the Services and Deliverables may not be available until after July 1, 2025. Provider and
BH-ASO agree that additional amendments or revisions may be required during the first
year of this Agreement and will not be implemented with less than sixty (60) days
notice, unless otherwise required by Law.
b. Workstream Identification. When applicable, Provider will be required to identify the
priority areas for each Service and funding streams as appliable and work with BH-ASO
to develop a budget for those priority areas and or Service Areas.
c. Attestations. If applicable, Provider will receive attestation forms for certain Services
Provider agrees to promptly sign and return these forms or Provider may not be eligible
for funding.
d. Guidance. Provider will comply with all Service specific Guidance provided by Iowa HHS.
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e. State General Provisions. Additional provisions from the State of Iowa and Iowa HHS
will be available in the BH-ASO Policies and Procedures.
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Additionally, Provider agrees to the following
1. Amendments. Provider and BH-ASO agree that additional or revised requirements to the Services
and Deliverables may not be available until after July 1, 2025. Provider and BH-ASO agree that
additional amendments or revisions may be required during the first year of this Agreement and will
not be implemented with less than sixty (60) days notice, unless otherwise required by Law.
2. Workstream Identification. When applicable, Provider will be required to identify the priority areas
for each Service and funding streams as appliable and work with BH-ASO to develop a budget for
those priority areas and or Service Areas.
3. Attestations. If applicable, Provider will receive attestation forms for certain Services Provider
agrees to promptly sign and return these forms or Provider may not be eligible for funding.
4. Guidance. Provider will comply with all Service specific Guidance provided by Iowa HHS.
5. State General Provisions. Additional provisions from the State of Iowa and Iowa HHS will be
available in the BH-ASO Policies and Procedures.
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ATTACHMENT B
FEE SCHEDULE
Co-Responder Rate Sheet:
Cost Amount Area
Salary and Benefits $97,000.00
Misc. Equipment and Supplies $4,000.00
These funds shall not be used for the purchase of a vehicle or weapons.
Unless otherwise noted in Attachment B, Provider will continue providing services at the current service
level in the current areas which the Provider was contracted to provide services during state FY 2025.
The BH-ASO reserves the right to engage with the Provider in a process of retrospective settlement
based on funds paid for by the SN-MIS, Iowa Medicaid, or other third parties to offset access and
sustainability funds, if appliable.
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ATTACHMENT C
DATA AND REPORTING
Provider and BH-ASO agree to meet between July 1, 2025 and March 1, 2026 to fully establish required
data and reporting, including but not limited to evidence-based outcomes, and required format for
submission. No less than sixty (60) days notice will be given for the data and reporting requirements,
unless the requirement has a shorter implementation date as required by Law.
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ATTACHMENT D
BUSINESS ASSOCIATE ADDENDUM
To the extent that BH-ASO provides services to Provider such that BH-ASO becomes a “business associate”
to provider as that term is defined by HIPAA and the HITECH Act, Provider (the “Covered Entity”), and BH-
ASO (the “Business Associate”) are bound as follows:
RECITALS
A. Covered Entity is a health care provider of behavioral health services subject to the Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”).
B. Business Associate provides certain services for or on behalf of the Covered Entity pursuant to that
certain agreement titled Behavioral Health Services Agreement and effective as of the date set out
above (the “Services Agreement”; provided, however, if the title and effective date of the Services
Agreement are left blank herein, this Agreement shall be deemed to apply to any and all agreements
entered into prior to, on or after the Effective Date (as defined herein) of this Agreement, by and
between Covered Entity and Business Associate).
C. Covered Entity is required by HIPAA to obtain satisfactory assurances that Business Associate will
appropriately safeguard all Protected Health Information and Electronic Protected Health Information
disclosed by, or created, received, maintained or transmitted by Business Associate on behalf of,
Covered Entity.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of entering into the Services Agreement and the mutual promises and
agreements below and in order to comply with all legal requirements, the parties agree as follows:
I. DEFINITIONS
1.1 “Business Associate" shall generally have the same meaning as the term "Business Associate" at
45 CFR 160.103, and in reference to the party to this Agreement, shall mean the party identified
above as Business Associate, provided that such party shall only become a Business Associate
until and if it meets the definition of Business Associate under the HIPAA Rules.
1.2 "Covered Entity" shall generally have the same meaning as the term "Covered Entity" at 45 CFR
160.103, and in reference to the party to this Agreement, shall mean the party identified above
as Covered Entity.
1.3 “Document Demand” has the meaning set forth in Section 3.12.
1.4 “HIPAA Rules” shall mean the Privacy, Security, Breach Notification, and Enforcement Rules at
45 CFR Part 160 and Part 164. A reference in this Agreement to a section in the HIPAA Rules
means the section as in effect or as amended at the time the section is to be applied.
1.5 Remaining Terms. Capitalized terms used, but not otherwise defined, in this Agreement have
the meaning ascribed to them in the HIPAA Rules, including but not limited to: Breach, Data
Aggregation, Designated Record Set, Disclose or Disclosure, Electronic Protected Health
Information, Health Care Operations, Individual, Minimum Necessary, Notice of Privacy
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Practices, Protected Health Information or PHI, Required By Law, Secretary, Security Incident,
Subcontractor, Unsecured Protected Health Information, and Use.
II. PERMITTED USES AND DISCLOSURES OF PHI
2.1 Services Agreement Uses and Disclosures. Business Associate may use or disclose PHI for
purposes of performing its obligations and functions under the Services Agreement, provided
that such use or disclosure would not violate the Privacy Rule if done by Covered Entity.
2.2 Other Permitted Uses. If necessary, Business Associate may use PHI: (i) for the proper
management and administration of the Business Associate; (ii) to carry out the legal
responsibilities of the Business Associate; and (iii) for the provision of Data Aggregation services
relating to the Health Care Operations of Covered Entity.
2.3 Other Permitted Disclosures. If necessary, Business Associate may disclose PHI for the purposes
described in Section 2.2 above if: (i) the disclosure is Required by Law; or (ii) Business Associate
obtains reasonable written assurance from the person or entity to whom it discloses the PHI that
the PHI will remain confidential and will be used or further disclosed only as Required by Law or
for the purpose for which it was disclosed to the person or entity, and the person or entity
notifies Business Associate of any instances of which it is aware in which the confidentiality of
the PHI has been breached.
III. OBLIGATIONS OF BUSINESS ASSOCIATE
3.1 Compliance with HIPAA Rules. Business Associate shall comply with all applicable provisions of
HIPAA Rules in carrying out its obligations under the Services Agreement and this Agreement.
Further, to the extent Business Associate is to carry out any of Covered Entity ’s obligations,
Business Associate agrees to comply with the requirements of such subpart that apply to Covered
Entity in the performance of such obligations.
3.2 Prohibition on Unauthorized Use or Disclosure. Business Associate shall not use or disclose PHI
except as permitted by this Agreement or as Required by Law.
3.3 Minimum Necessary
(a) Business Associate shall limit its use and disclosure of PHI under this Agreement to the
Minimum Necessary to accomplish the Business Associate’s intended purpose. Business
Associate may in good faith determine what constitutes the Minimum Necessary to
accomplish the intended purpose of any disclosure of PHI.
(b) Paragraph (a) above does not apply to: (1) disclosures to or requests by a health care provider
for treatment; (2) uses or disclosures made to the Individual; (3) disclosures made pursuant
to an authorization as set forth in 45 C.F.R. § 164.508; (4) disclosures made to the Secretary
under 45 C.F.R. part 160, subpart C; (5) uses or disclosures that are Required by Law as
described in 45 C.F.R. § 164.512(a); and (6) uses or disclosures that are required for
compliance with applicable requirements of HIPAA Rules.
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3.4 Safeguarding PHI; Security Regulations. Business Associate shall use appropriate administrative,
physical, and technical safeguards and comply with HIPAA Rules with respect to Electronic PHI to
prevent the use or disclosure of PHI other than as provided for by this Agreement.
3.5 Mitigation. Business Associate shall mitigate, to the extent practicable, any harmful effect that is
known to Business Associate of a Security Incident or a use or disclosure of PHI by Business
Associate in violation of this Agreement.
3.6 Reporting. In the event that Business Associate becomes aware of a use or disclosure of PHI by
Business Associate that is not permitted under this Agreement, Business Associate shall report
such use or disclosure to the Covered Entity promptly in writing and in any event, within forty-
five (45) days of becoming aware of the use or disclosure. Business Associate agrees to report to
Covered Entity in writing any Security Incident of which it becomes aware, except that, for
purposes of this reporting requirement, the term Security Incident does not include
inconsequential incidents that occur on a frequent basis such as scans or “pings” that are not
allowed past Business Associate’s firewall. Notwithstanding this Section 3.6, the Business
Associate’s reporting obligations regarding any Breach are set forth in Article IV.
3.7 Subcontractors. Business Associate shall ensure that all subcontractors or agents of Business
Associate that create, receive, maintain or transmit PHI on behalf of the Business Associate agree
in writing to the same restrictions and conditions that apply through this Agreement to Business
Associate with respect to such information. Business Associate shall ensure that all agents,
including subcontractors, to whom it provides Electronic PHI, agree in writing to implement
reasonable and appropriate safeguards to protect such Electronic PHI.
3.8 Access.
(a) Within forty-five (45) days of a request from Covered Entity, Business Associate shall furnish
the PHI contained in a Designated Record Set that will enable the Covered Entity to respond
to an Individual’s request for inspection or copies of PHI about the Individual pursuant to 45
CFR § 164.524.
(b) In the event an Individual requests access to PHI directly from Business Associate, Business
Associate shall forward such request to the Covered Entity immediately and take no direct
immediate action on any such request. If Covered Entity determines that an Individual is to
be granted access to PHI, then Business Associate shall cooperate with Covered Entity to
provide to any Individual, at the Covered Entity’s direction, any PHI requested by such
Individual.
3.9 Amendment.
(a) If the Covered Entity requests that Business Associate amend any Individual’s PHI or a record
regarding an Individual contained in a Designated Record Set, then Business Associate shall
provide the relevant PHI to the Covered Entity for amendment and incorporate any such
amendments in the PHI as required by 45 C.F.R. §164.526.
(b) In the event an Individual requests directly to Business Associate that PHI be amended,
Business Associate shall forward such request to the Covered Entity within forty-five (45) days
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of Business Associate’s receipt of such request and shall take no direct immediate action on
the request.
3.10 Records Availability. Business Associate shall make its internal practices, books and records
relating to the use and disclosure of PHI available to the Secretary for purposes of determining
compliance with HIPAA Rules.
3.11 Accounting of Disclosures.
(a) If the Covered Entity requests that Business Associate furnish an accounting of disclosures of
PHI made by Business Associate regarding an Individual during the six (6) years prior to the
date on which the accounting was requested, then Business Associate shall, within forty-five
(45) days of such request, make available to the Covered Entity such information as is in
Business Associate’s possession and is required for the Covered Entity to make the accounting
required by 45 C.F.R. §164.528 and future regulations to be promulgated regarding
accounting of disclosures.
(b) In the event an Individual requests an accounting of disclosures directly from Business
Associate, Business Associate shall within forty-five (45) days forward such request to the
Covered Entity and shall take no direct action on the request.
3.12 Demands for Production of PHI.
(a) Receipt by Business Associate. If Business Associate receives a subpoena, civil or
administrative demand, or any other demand for production of PHI (a “Document Demand”),
Business Associate shall provide a copy of such Document Demand to Covered Entity
immediately, and in no event later than forty-five (45) days of Business Associate’s receipt.
To the extent the PHI that is the subject of the Document Demand is in the possession of
Business Associate, and a response is warranted according to the standards contained in 45
C.F.R. § 164.512(e), Business Associate shall timely respond to the Document Demand.
(b) Receipt by Covered Entity. If Covered Entity receives a Document Demand, Business
Associate shall provide to Covered Entity any PHI responsive to such Document Demand and
assist and cooperate with Covered Entity in responding to such Document Demand in a timely
manner and in accordance with the standards under 45 C.F.R. § 164.512(e).
3.13 Request for Restrictions on Disclosure of PHI. As required by the HIPAA Rules (except as
otherwise required by law), Business Associate shall comply with any request of an Individual for
the Business Associate to restrict the disclosure of PHI of the Individual when the disclosure is to
a health plan for purposes of carrying out payment or health care operations (and is not for
purposes of carrying out treatment), and the PHI pertains solely to a health care item or service
for which the health care provider involved has been paid out of pocket in full.
3.14 Remuneration for PHI. Except as explicitly permitted in the Services Agreement or as permitted
under the HIPAA Rules, Business Associate shall not directly or indirectly receive remuneration
in exchange for any PHI of an Individual unless the Individual provided to the Covered Entity a
valid authorization in accordance with 45 C.F.R. § 164.508 that specifically authorizes the
Business Associate to exchange the PHI for remuneration.
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3.15 Marketing Restrictions. Business associate shall ensure that any Marketing communications it
makes on behalf of Covered Entity are in compliance with the rules governing marketing set forth
in 45 C.F.R. 164.508(a)(3), including but not limited to the requirements that Business Associate
must obtain an authorization from an Individual prior to making any marketing communication
to such Individual.
3.16 Fundraising Limitations. Business Associate shall ensure that any fundraising communications
Business Associate makes on behalf of the Covered Entity are in compliance with the rules
governing fundraising communications set forth in 45 C.F.R. 164.514(f), including but not limited
to the requirement that Business Associate must provide, with each fundraising communication
made to an Individual, a clear and conspicuous opportunity for the recipient of the
communication to elect not to receive any further fundraising communications. Business
Associate shall ensure that all Individuals electing not to receive any further fundraising
communications do not receive any further fundraising communications.
IV. BREACH NOTIFICATION.
4.1 Risk Assessment by Business Associate. If Business Associate becomes aware of a potential
Breach, Business Associate shall complete a risk assessment of the potential Breach. Such risk
assessment shall include at least all the factors identified in 45 CFR 164.402(2).
4.2 Notification to Covered Entity. If, after completing such risk assessment, Business Associate
concludes that there was a Breach, Business Associate shall notify the Covered Entity of the
Breach as soon as reasonably possible, and in all cases within forty-five (45) days of the first day
on which any employee, officer or agent of Business Associate either knows or by exercising
reasonable diligence would have known that a Breach occurred. The notification to Covered Entity
shall include, if known, the identification of each Individual whose Unsecured PHI has been, or is
reasonably believed by Business Associate to have been, accessed, acquired, used or disclosed
during such Breach. The notification shall also include: (a) a brief description of what happened,
including the date of the Breach and the date of the discovery of the Breach, if known; (b) a
description of the types of Unsecured PHI that were involved in the Breach (such as whether the
full name, social security number, date of birth, home address, account number, diagnosis
disability code or other types of information were involved); (c) recommended steps that
Individuals should take to protect themselves from potential harm resulting from the Breach; and
(d) a brief description of what the Business Associate is doing to investigate the Breach, to mitigate
harm to Individuals, and to protect against any further Breaches. Business Associate shall
maintain evidence to demonstrate that any required risk assessment was completed and
notification to the Covered Entity under this paragraph was made unless the Business Associate
determines that a delayed notice (as described in Section 4.3) applies.
4.3 Delayed Notification to Covered Entity. Notwithstanding Section 4.2 above, if a law enforcement
official states in writing to Business Associate that the notification to Covered Entity required
under Section 4.2 would impede a criminal investigation or cause damage to national security,
then Business Associate may delay the notification for any period of time set forth in the written
statement of the law enforcement official. If the law enforcement official provides an oral
statement, then Business Associate shall document the statement in writing, including the name
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of the law enforcement official making the statement, and may delay the notification required
under Section 4.2 for no longer than forty-five (45) days from the date of the oral statement,
unless the law enforcement official provides a written statement during that time that specifies a
different time period. Business Associate shall be obligated to maintain evidence to demonstrate
the reason for the delayed notification and that the required notification under this paragraph
was made.
4.4 Notification to Individuals, the Secretary and/or the Media. In the event of a Breach caused by
Business Associate, its agents and/or subcontractors, Business Associate shall provide assistance
to Covered Entity in making all Breach notifications. To the extent Covered Entity incurs expenses
and costs to comply with its notification obligations with respect to a Breach by Business
Associate, its agents and/or subcontractors, in addition to any other remedies that may be
available to Covered Entity under this Agreement or any applicable law, Business Associate shall
reimburse Covered Entity for all costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees)
incurred by Covered Entity related to providing the notifications required under 45 C.F.R. §§
164.404, 406 and 408. Additionally, in the event of a Breach, Business Associate agrees to pay for
the credit monitoring fees for affected individuals for a period of at least two (2) years of credit
monitoring.
V. TERM AND TERMINATION
5.1 Term. This Agreement is effective upon the effective date of the Services Agreement, and except
for the rights and obligations set forth in this Agreement specifically surviving termination, shall
terminate the later of the date the Services Agreement terminates or when all PHI is returned to
Covered Entity or, with prior permission of Covered Entity, destroyed.
5.2 Termination for Cause. Notwithstanding any provision in this Agreement, Covered Entity may
terminate this Agreement and the Services Agreement if Covered Entity determines, in its sole
discretion, Business Associate has breached any provision of this Agreement or otherwise violated
HIPAA Rules. Covered Entity shall provide written notice to Business Associate with an
opportunity for Business Associate to cure the breach or end the violation within forty-five (45)
days of such written notice, unless cure is not possible. If Business Associate fails to cure the
breach, end the violation within the specified time period or cure is not possible, this Agreement
and the Service Agreement shall automatically and immediately terminate, unless termination is
infeasible. Business Associate acknowledges that if cure is not possible and termination of the
Services Agreement and this Agreement is infeasible, as determined in the sole discretion of the
Covered Entity, Covered Entity may report the violation to the Secretary.
5.3 Termination after Repeated Violations. Notwithstanding any provision in the Agreement,
Covered Entity may terminate the Services Agreement and this Agreement if Covered Entity
determines, in its sole discretion, that Business Associate has repeatedly breached any provision
of this Agreement or otherwise violated HIPAA Rules, irrespective of whether, or how promptly,
Business Associate may remedy such violation after being notified of the same.
5.4 Obligations Upon Termination. Business Associate’s obligations to protect the privacy and
security of PHI shall be continuous and shall survive termination, cancellation, expiration or other
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conclusion of this Agreement or the Services Agreement. Upon termination of this Agreement,
Business Associate will forward to Covered Entity, or to Covered Entity’s designee, the records
necessary for continued administration of Covered Entity as directed by Covered Entity. After the
forwarding of said records, whatever PHI remains with Business Associate will be subject to the
following:
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this Section 5.4, upon termination, cancellation,
expiration or other conclusion of this Agreement, for any reason, Business Associate shall
return or, if Covered Entity gives written permission, destroy, PHI in whatever form or
medium and retain no copies of such PHI. Business Associate will complete such return or
destruction as soon as possible, but in no event later than sixty (60) days from the date of the
termination of this Agreement. Within forty-five (45) days of the return or destruction of all
PHI by Business Associate, Business Associate shall provide written certification to Covered
Entity that the return or destruction of PHI has been completed.
(b) In the event that Business Associate determines that returning or destroying the PHI is
infeasible, Business Associate shall provide to Covered Entity notification of the conditions
that make return or destruction infeasible. Upon mutual agreement of the parties that return
or destruction of PHI is infeasible, Business Associate shall extend the protections of this
Agreement to such PHI and limit further uses and disclosures of such PHI to those purposes
that make the return or destruction infeasible, for so long as Business Associate maintains
such PHI.
VI. INDEMNIFICATION; INSURANCE
6.1 Indemnification by Business Associate. Business Associate will indemnify and hold harmless
Covered Entity, and any affiliate, officer, director, employee or agent of Covered Entity from and
against any claim, cause of action, liability, damage, cost or expense, including attorneys’ fees and
court or proceeding costs, arising out of or in connection with any use or disclosure of PHI that
violates or is not permitted by this Agreement, HIPAA Rules, or other breach of this Agreement
by Business Associate or any subcontractor or agent of Business Associate.
6.2 Right to Tender or Undertake Defense. If Covered Entity is named as a party in any judicial,
administrative or other proceeding arising out of or in connection with any non-permitted or
violating use or disclosure of PHI or other breach of this Agreement by Business Associate or any
subcontractor or agent of Business Associate, Covered Entity shall have the option at any time
either to: (i) tender its defense to Business Associate, in which case Business Associate will
provide qualified attorneys, consultants, and other appropriate professionals to represent
Covered Entity’s interests at Business Associate’s expense; or (ii) undertake its own defense,
choosing the attorneys, consultants, and other appropriate professionals to represent its
interests, in which case Business Associate will be responsible for and pay the reasonable fees and
expenses of such attorneys, consultants, and other professionals.
6.3 Right to Control Resolution. Covered Entity has the sole right and discretion to settle,
compromise or otherwise resolve any and all claims, causes of actions, liabilities or damages
against it, notwithstanding that Covered Entity may have tendered its defense to Business
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Associate. Any such resolution will not relieve Business Associate of its obligation to indemnify
Covered Entity under this Agreement.
6.4 Insurance. Upon request, Business Associate shall obtain and maintain insurance coverage
against improper uses and disclosures of PHI by Business Associate, naming Covered Entity as an
additional named insured. Upon request, Business Associate shall provide a certificate evidencing
such insurance coverage.
6.5 Conflicts. With respect to any breaches or violations of this Agreement, the provisions in this
Section 6 supersede any inconsistent terms contained in the Services Agreement.
VII. GENERAL PROVISIONS
7.1 Effect. The terms and provisions of this Agreement supersede any other conflicting or
inconsistent terms and provisions in any agreements between the parties, including all exhibits or
other attachments thereto and all documents incorporated therein by reference.
7.2 Amendment. Business Associate and the Covered Entity agree to amend this Agreement to the
extent necessary to allow either party to comply with HIPAA Rules. All such amendments shall be
made in a writing signed by both parties.
7.3 No Third Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement is intended for the benefit of Business Associate
and Covered Entity only. Nothing express or implied is intended to confer or create, nor be
interpreted to confer or create, any rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities to or for any
third-party beneficiary, including without limitation Individuals who are the subject of PHI.
7.4 Severability. In the event that any provision of this Agreement violates any applicable statute,
ordinance, or rule of law in any jurisdiction that governs this Agreement, such provision shall be
ineffective to the extent of such violation without invalidating any other provision of this
Agreement.
7.5 No Waiver. No provision of this Agreement may be waived except by an agreement in writing
signed by the waiving party. A waiver of any term or provision shall not be construed as a waiver
of any other term or provision.
7.6 Assignment. This Agreement may not be assigned by either party without the prior written
consent of the other party; provided, however, that the parties shall cooperate to assign this
Agreement as appropriate if the Services Agreement is assigned.
7.7 Relationship of the Parties. Business Associate and Covered Entity are independent contractors
and all acts performed by Business Associate are performed solely in its capacity as an
independent contractor.
7.8 Counterparts; Facsimile Signature. This Agreement may be executed by facsimile and/or in
counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which together shall constitute one and
the same binding instrument.
7.9 Notification
(a) Notice to Business Associate and Covered Entity shall be the same as in the Agreement.
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7.10 Interpretation. Any ambiguity in this Agreement shall be resolved in favor of a meaning that
permits Covered Entity to comply with HIPAA Rules.
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Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Vendor Payment Authorization Form
Iowa Primary Care Association, INConcertCare, Inc. or IowaHealth+ offers the option of receiving payments via EFT to our vendors. Payments will be electronically deposited
into your company's designated bank account below through EFT. An EFT payment remittance advice will be delivered via the email address specified on the form below. EFT
terms are NET 30, but the contractual terms can override this. The form is to be completed by the vendor and must contain the signature of a company authorized individual.
Vendor Information
Vendor Name City of Waukee
Contact Name Chad McCluskey
Contact Title
Email for EFT remittance (required) cmccluskey@waukee.org
Financial Institution Information
Bank Name
Nine-Digit EFT Routing Transit Number
Account Number
Account Type
Authorization
I hereby authorize Iowa Primary Care Association, INConcertCare, Inc. or IowaHealth+ to electronically credit the account above for payments (and, if
necessary, electronically debit the account to correct erroneous credits). I understand that this authorization will remain in full force and effect until Iowa
Primary Care Association, INConcertCare, Inc. or IowaHealth+ receives writ ten notification of its termination. Notification must be sent to
ACNTPAY@IOWAPCA.ORG at least three (3) days in advance of the effective date of termination.
Name Chad McCluskey
Signature (required)
Title
Date
SCAN FORM & SEND VIA SECURE EMAIL TO ACNTPAY@IOWAPCA.ORG (must include signature)
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