Section 10.09 - Reimbursement(1)Rates. Reimbursement to child care educators/providers shall be made on an enrollment basis in accordance with rates and policy established by EEC.(2)Denial. EEC may deny reimbursement of child care services when: (a) the care provided does not meet EEC health and safety standards;(b) the care provided is not in the best interest of the children served; or(c) the child care educator/provider fails to follow EEC regulations, policies, procedures, or contract requirements.(3)Payment for Child Care Absences. Educators/providers shall not be paid by the Commonwealth for care provided to an authorized child if the child's financial assistance has been terminated by EEC due to a non-approved break in care, in accordance with EEC policy.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1385, eff. 2/22/2019.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1505, eff. 9/29/2023.