Agency Employ & Econ Development Dept

Contractor Pallazza, Richard Ph.D., LP

SWIFT Contract Number 132479

Project Name Medical Consultant - DDS

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Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: To review and evaluate medical case file data related to the disability claims of Minnesotans who applied for Social Security Disability benefits. These reviews are completed in accordance with Social Security Administration policy and guidelines and within State production and quality standards. Contractors analyze medical records and provide statements regarding applicants' residual level of function. The Code of Federal Regulations require these claims be reviewed by licensed medical doctors, psychologists, and speech language pathologists

Project Duration

Start Date Sun, 10/01/2017 - 00:00

Original end date Sat, 06/30/2018 - 00:00

Actual end date Wed, 06/30/2021 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

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Contract Amounts

Original contract: $46200

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Contract total $219795

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? Federal - SSA

Is this a sole source contract? No

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Evaluator Name milla kokotovich

Evaluator Email Address milla.kokotovich@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness In the initial years of contract, contract was consistently on time with his work and hours. Very diligent in completing medical reviews in an accurate and efficient manner. In the final year, due to unforeseen circumstances such as the pandemic, the contractor was not able to provide his consultant services consistently.

Evaluate the contractor's quality Contractor was very diligent in completing his assessments and open to feedback.

Evaluate the contractor's cost NA

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance Contractor was very dependable and knowledgeable. The COVID-19 pandemic prevented him from providing much service in 2020/21.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

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Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 4 - satisfied