(1) Behavioral programming is the continuous in-depth assessment on a short term basis of a recipient with brain injury.

(2) Behavioral programming services includes assessment, if appropriate, of the abilities and effectiveness of caregivers.

(3) A person providing behavioral programming services, must:

(a) have a bachelor's degree;

(b) be employed by a rehabilitation agency; and

(c) be under the direct supervision of a licensed neurologist, board certified psychiatrist, or board certified physiatrist who has experience in working with persons with brain injury.

(4) This service is limited to 80 hours per plan of care year unless otherwise authorized by the department.