ODP Announcements – Page 21

Apr 29, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-051: Final Fee Schedule Rates for New Services Funded Through ODP’s Waivers

Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs in disseminating the attached communication: ODPANN 22-051 – Final Fee Schedule Rates for New Services Funded Through ODP’s Waivers. The purpose of […]

Interested Parties

Apr 27, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-048: Incident Management Family Guide

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, Incident Management Family Guide. The purpose of this communication is to ensure Individuals and Families are provided […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Individuals and Families

Apr 18, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-044: The Use of Public Transportation Services for Ridesharing Expenses

To clarify that ridesharing services, such as Lyft, Uber, or other similar transportation services, may be reimbursed through the public transportation service. ODP Announcement 22-044: The Use of Public Transportation Services […]

Interested Parties

Mar 23, 2022

Office of Developmental Programs Health Alert – Respirator Recall

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, Health Alert: Respirator Recall. Please review the information provided in the Health Alert for information regarding the […]

Interested Parties

Mar 3, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-028: Requirements for First Aid, Heimlich Techniques, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training in Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) Licensed Facilities

The purpose of this announcement is to notify licensees that training in First Aid, Heimlich techniques, and/CPR provided to staff and caregivers in ODP-licensed settings on or after April 1, […]

Administrative Entities Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Mar 1, 2022

ODP Bulletin Bulletin 00-22-01 Targeted Support Management for Individuals Served by ODP

The purpose of this bulletin is to communicate and clarify the requirements for TSM that were approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Attachment: ODP Bulletin Bulletin 00-22-01 […]

Interested Parties

Feb 15, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-020: Department of Human Services (DHS) Adult Protective Services (APS) Media Toolkit Availability

The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-020: Department of Human Services (DHS) Adult Protective Services (APS) Media Toolkit. The toolkit, developed by DHS, […]

AAW Supports Coordinators ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Feb 9, 2022

ODPANN 22-012 – AAW SCO Reporting Requirements

Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs in disseminating the attached communication: ODPANN 22-012 – AAW SCO Reporting Requirements. The purpose of this communication is to clarify the responsibilities […]

Administrative Entities Interested Parties

Jan 25, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-008: Guidance for Administrative Entities and Supports Coordination Organizations on Discussing Resources

Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs in disseminating the attached communication: ODPANN 22-008 – Guidance for Administrative Entities and Supports Coordination Organizations on Discussing Resources. The purpose of […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Dec 10, 2021

ODPANN 21-090 Guidance for Use of Assistive Technology and Remote Supports in Residential Settings

Attachment 1: ODPANN 21-090 Guidance for Use of Assistive Technology and Remote Supports in Residential Settings Attachment 2: ODP Residential Technology Evaluation Tool

Announcements ID-A Providers Interested Parties

Nov 24, 2021

ODPANN 21-083: Determining When an Event Constitutes Neglect for Purposes of Reporting Incidents Involving Provider Employees

The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance for providers when determining whether an event involving staff employed by the provider1 constitutes alleged neglect in accordance with ODP’s regulations2 […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 29, 2021

ODPANN 21-066: Incident Management Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Version 3

The Incident Management (IM) Bulletin 00-21-02 was available for all stakeholders on March 1, 2021 with an effective date of July 1, 2021. The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 24, 2021

ODPANN 21-064: Changes to Coverage of Home Accessibility Adaptations

The Medical Assistance state plan has been updated to cover home accessibility durablemedical equipment used by individuals with a mobility impairment to enter and exittheir home or to support activities […]

Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties Supports Brokers

Sep 9, 2021

ODPANN 21-063 — Incident Management Guidance for Private ICFs

To disseminate operating procedures and directions for the IM process for private ICFsas well as SCOs, and County ID Programs serving individuals residing in a private ICF. Attachment 1: ODPANN […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Jul 1, 2021

ODPANN 21-051: Incident Management (IM) Bulletin Effective July 1, 2021

The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-051: Incident Management (IM) Bulletin Effective July 1, 2021. This communication is a reminder to all stakeholders […]

AAW Providers AAW Supports Coordinators Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jun 28, 2021

ODPANN 21-050: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Referral Process for Employment-Related Services Effective July 1, 2021

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-050: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Referral Process for Employment-Related Services Effective July 1, 2021. On February […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jun 25, 2021

ODPANN 21-049: Incident Management (IM) Clarification of Responsibilities for Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs)

The announcement provides clarification on the roles of SCOs and Supports Coordinators once IM Bulletin 00-21-02 becomes effective on July 1, 2021. Please review the announcement for additional information. Attachment […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

May 28, 2021

ODPANN 21-041 Clarification on Documentation Requirements for Supports Coordination (SC) Activities and the Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) Service Notes

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-041: Clarification on Documentation Requirements for Supports Coordination (SC) Activities and the Home and Community Services […]

AAW Providers AAW Supports Coordinators Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

May 28, 2021

ODPANN 21-041: Clarification on Documentation Requirements for Supports Coordination (SC) Service Activities and the Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) Service Notes

This communication is intended to provide clarification on documentation requirements for service activities and service notes funded through the Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) home and community-based waivers and TSM. […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

May 21, 2021

ODPANN 21-039: Incident Management Update Regarding Individual-to-Individual Abuse and Serious Injury

To inform providers that on July 1, 2021, an investigation will not be mandatory and need tobe completed by a Department-certified Investigator for the following incidents whenreported in the Enterprise […]