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AAW Supports CoordinatorsAdministrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A Supports CoordinatorsInterested Parties
Aug 13, 2020

Electronic Visit Verification Overview for AEs and SCOs Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

On July 27, 2020, the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) facilitated an overview meeting with Administrative Entities (AEs) and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) on Electronic Visit Verification (EVV). ODP communicated […]

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AAW Behavioral SpecialistsAAW Supports CoordinatorsAnnouncementsInterested PartiesSupports Brokers
Jun 3, 2020

ODP Announcement 20-064: AAW and ACAP Periodic Risk Evaluation (PRE) Revisions and Training

To provide updated PRE resources and to announce revisions to the PRE tool in QuestionPro and an upcoming Virtual Targeted Training (VTT) that will replace the existing PRE training module currently […]
AAW Supports CoordinatorsAnnouncements
May 20, 2020

ODP Announcement 20-058: Additional Fields in HCSIS Service Notes Now Available for the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

The purpose of this communication is to notify SCOs enrolled in the AAW of a change to the service note fields in HCSIS Attachment 1: ODP Announcement 20-058: Additional Fields in […]
AnnouncementsInterested Parties
Mar 13, 2020

20-021 : Heightened Scrutiny Onsite Tools for Residential Service Locations Finalized and Now Available Online

The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Heightened Scrutiny Onsite Tools for Residential Service Locations have been finalized and posted. The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is […]
AnnouncementsID-A ProvidersInterested Parties
Feb 24, 2020

Department of Human Services Releases Guidance for Family First Providers

Session opportunities are 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on February 25 and 28. To register, email cwtpreg@pitt.edu. Visit www.dhs.pa.gov or email ra-PWFamilyFirst@pa.gov for more information. Attachment 1: Department of Human […]
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Feb 21, 2020

Provider Agreement Reminder Notice

A copy of the Provider Agreement for Participation in Pennsylvania’s Consolidated, Person/Family Directed Support, Community Living Waivers and Adult Autism Waiver and accompanying letter from Deputy Secretary for Developmental Programs […]
AAW Supports CoordinatorsAnnouncementsID-A Supports CoordinatorsInterested Parties
Feb 18, 2020

Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) Contact Information for ID/Autism Coordinators- Updated 1/3/20

On February 14, 2019, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) released Bulletin 00-19-01, OVR Referral Process for ODP Employment-Related Services. Attachment 4 to […]
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Feb 18, 2020

DHS and DOH Bulletin on Medical Marijuana and State Licensure of Facilities and Agencies

The purpose of this bulletin is to clarify the storage, use, and administration of medical marijuana in facilities licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) and Pennsylvania Department of […]
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Feb 14, 2020

20-014 New ODP Regulation Update Clarification Regarding Medication Administration Requirements

To announce that requested clarification has been developed regarding Medication Administration requirements in 55 Pa. Code §§6100.461 – 6100.469. Attachment 1: 20-014 New ODP Regulation Update Clarification Regarding Medication Administration […]
AAW ProvidersAAW Supports CoordinatorsACAP ProvidersAdministrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports CoordinatorsIndividuals and FamiliesInterested Parties
Feb 7, 2020

20-012 Broadening Provider Qualifications for the Benefits Counseling Service 

To disseminate information regarding the Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) change to the minimum qualification requirements to provide Benefits Counseling in the Consolidated, Community Living, and P/FDS waivers. Attachment 1: […]
AAW ProvidersAAW Supports CoordinatorsAdministrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A Supports CoordinatorsIndividuals and Families
Feb 7, 2020

Individual Support Plans for Individuals Receiving TSM, Base-Funded Services, ID/A Waiver Services or Who Reside in an ICF/ID

Please find attached the Individual Support Plans (ISPs) for Individuals Receiving Targeted Support Management, Base-Funded Services, Consolidated, Community Living or Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) Waiver Services (the ID/A Waivers), or […]
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Feb 5, 2020

ODP  Licensing Chapters Updated with New Requirements

The Chapter 6100 regulations and revised versions of Chapters 2380, 2390, 6400, and 6500 became fully effective on February 1, 20201. The Pennsylvania Code has been officially updated to reflect […]
AAW ProvidersACAP ProvidersAdministrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersInterested Parties
Feb 4, 2020

20-009:  Provider Closure Notification Form (DP 1061)

The Provider Closure Notification Form (DP 1061) is used to ensure that all ODP waiver and system requirements are met for any provider who no longer intends to provide ODP […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncements
Jan 29, 2020

20-005: Notice for Administrative Entities (AEs) Regarding Level of Care Evaluations (LOC) for the Adult Autism Waiver

To inform Administrative Entities (AEs) of their role in conducting initial Level of Care (LOC) determinations for the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) Adult Autism Waiver […]
AAW ProvidersAAW SSD ProvidersAAW Supports CoordinatorsACAP ProvidersAdministrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports Coordinators
Jan 20, 2020

Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Provider Agreement Effective 1/1/2020

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) released notification on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 of the new Provider Agreement effective January 1, 2020. The attached letter from ODP Deputy Secretary Kristin […]
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Jan 14, 2020

ODP Provider Agreement and Instructions FINAL 1-13-20

Attached please find the new Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Provider Agreement. Effective January 1, 2020, the Provider Agreement must be filled out and submitted by the legal entity of […]
AnnouncementsIndividuals and FamiliesInterested PartiesMed Admin Trainers or Applicants
Jan 1, 2020

20-001: Modified Medication Administration Training Course Now Available

To announce the release of the Modified Medication Administration course. This course is a requirement under the Chapter 6100 regulations for individuals supporting a family member in an unlicensed Lifesharing […]
AAW Behavioral SpecialistsAAW Supports CoordinatorsAnnouncementsID-A Supports CoordinatorsInterested Parties
Dec 23, 2019

ODPANN 19-166: Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Population (BSASP) Required Program Assessment: Changes to Scales of Independent Behavior-Revised(SIB-r) Administration

To explain changes to the process of administering the SIBr in the AAW. Attachment 1: ODPANN 19-166: Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Population (BSASP) Required Program Assessment: Changes […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A Supports CoordinatorsIndividuals and FamiliesInterested Parties
Dec 21, 2019

ODP 109-18: Fair Hearing Request Form & Instructions

To inform all stakeholders that the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has updated the Fair Hearing Request Form (DP 458) and replaced older versions on MyODP and the Department of […]
AAW Supports CoordinatorsAnnouncementsInterested Parties
Dec 20, 2019

ODPANN 19-163: Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) Interviews to Include Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) Interviews to include Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) To provide SCs and SC Supervisors information regarding IM4Q interviews and to notify SCs and SC Supervisors that […]