When are sterile procedures covered under PCA or CFSS services?

Sterile procedures are not covered under PCA (Personal Care Assistance) or CFSS (Consumer Directed Family Suppot Services) services because these programs are designed to provide assistance with non-medical tasks. PCA and CFSS focus on helping individuals with activities of daily living, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores, rather than performing medical or clinical tasks that require specific training and certification, like sterile procedures.

Sterile procedures typically involve a degree of clinical care that is beyond the scope of PCA or CFSS services, as these services are primarily implemented for personal care support rather than medical interventions. The rationale is to ensure that clients receive care from properly trained medical professionals in environments designed for sterile practices, rather than relying on personal care workers who do not have the required medical training or qualifications to carry out such procedures safely.