Recent UCM Updates in Georgia

In September 2024, the UCM Training Manual and Excel Spreadsheet were updated to make them accessible and efficient for providers and AAAs to use. These changes were informed by stakeholder feedback from DAS leadership and subject matter experts, AAAs, and providers.

Changes to the spreadsheet included:

  • Separation of spreadsheet inputs and outputs for clearer data entry

  • Addition of Cover Page and Quick Start Guide to orient users to spreadsheet

  • Locked cells and sheets to prevent manual overrides

  • Methodological changes

  • All providers delivering direct services enter hours in Billable Hours

  • Hours for General Admin and Shared Building Space are manually input, and their % of staff time is auto calculated

  • Updated list of services to align with current Taxonomy

Changes to the manual included:

  • Expanded summary of the OAA administration and funding

  • Relationship between the UCM related and provider reimbursement

  • Systematic review of definitions, purpose, documentation requirement, methodology, examples, and spreadsheet instructions per input FAQ section