On March 20, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and due to the closure of testing centers administering the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) exam, the MO HealthNet Division (MHD) published a provider hot tip waiving the RBT requirement for technicians who met all other requirements but had not taken the RBT exam. Online proctored RBT testing became available in April 2020, and testing centers have since reopened with social distancing guidelines and other safety measures in place. As RBT testing is once again available, MHD will resume requiring the RBT credential for all technicians providing MHD covered ABA services, effective immediately.
Information about RBT testing is available here: https://www.bacb.com/examination-information/
MHD has established an e-mail account for providers with questions about special accommodations and billing questions during the COVID-19 event. Please contact us at mhd.covid-19@dss.mo.gov