ODP Announcements – Page 4

Apr 16, 2024

ODPANN 24-036: Reminder of 6100 Annual Training Requirements

To remind all Office of Developmental Program (ODP) Providers and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) of the Annual Training Requirements outlined in Chapter 6100 Regulations. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-036: Reminder of […]

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Apr 10, 2024

ODPANN24-035: Action Required in Preparation for Enterprise Case Management (ECM)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-035 – Action Required in Preparation for Enterprise Case Management (ECM). The purpose of this communication […]

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Apr 5, 2024

ODPANN 24-034: Now Available: Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Settings Rule Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-034: Now Available: Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Settings Rule Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Apr 1, 2024

ODPANN 24-032 Reissue Now Available Administrative Review (AR) Courses

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-032 Now Available: Administrative Review (AR) Courses. The purpose of this announcement is to communicate that […]

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

Mar 13, 2024

ODPANN 24-030: Community Participation Support (CPS) Billing Changes to Assist Individuals to Participate in the InVEST Project and Trainings Held by Self Advocacy Power Network for All (SAPNA) and the PA Family Network

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-030: Community Participation Support (CPS) Billing Changes to Assist Individuals to Participate in the InVEST Project […]

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

Mar 12, 2024

ODPANN 24-028: Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) SIS-A Discrepancy Form

The purpose of this communication is to introduce the new “SIS-A Discrepancy Form.” Thisannouncement also provides guidance on how to submit a review request whendiscrepancies are identified in a finalized […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Mar 1, 2024

ODPANN 24-025 Accreditation of MyODP trainings by the National Association of Direct Support Professionals Announcement

The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has received accreditation for designated MyODP trainings that meet requirements towards the National Association of […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Feb 16, 2024

ODP Announcement 21-046 Reissue: Process for 180-Day and 365 Day Timely Filing Edits: Exception and Special Handling Requests

This Office of Developmental Programs UPDATED Communication is intended to instructproviders how to proceed when a claim denial is received for Error Status Codes (ESC) 545and 512. The short descriptions […]

ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 1, 2024

ODPANN 24-016: Clarification Regarding Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Supports Coordinator (SC) Orientation Requirements

The purpose of this communication is to provide guidance for AAW SC Supervisors hiredafter 06/30/23 who also provide direct SC services and are therefore required to meet theSC Orientation requirements […]

AAW Providers AAW Supports Coordinators Announcements

Jan 24, 2024

ODPANN 24-012: Updated Process and Resource for Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Specialized Skill Development (SSD): Behavioral Specialist Plan Development Process

To notify stakeholders of the updated process and infographic for Specialized SkillDevelopment (SSD)- Behavioral Support Plan (BSP)/ Crisis Intervention Plan (CIP)Development. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-012: Updated Process and Resource for […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jan 18, 2024

ODPANN 24-008: Clarification Regarding New Qualification Requirements for Agencies That Want to Enroll to Provide Residential Services

To communicate clarification regarding new residential qualification requirements inwaiver amendments effective November 1, 2023, including the release of a FrequentlyAsked Questions (FAQ) document. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-008: Clarification Regarding New […]

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

Jan 8, 2024

ODPANN 24-005: Adding the Transportation Service to an Individual Support Plan (ISP) in the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

To provide updated guidance to AAW SCs and their supervisors for adding theTransportation service to ISPs. This communication obsoletes ODPANN 20-045. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-005: Adding the Transportation Service to […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jan 3, 2024

ODPANN 24-003: Level of Care Re-evaluation Tool Updated to Correspond With the Supports Intensity Scale Adult Version, 2nd Ed.

To announce that the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has updated the Level ofCare Re-evaluation Tool to reflect the changes in the Supports Intensity Scale-AdultVersion®, 2nd Ed. Attachment 1: ODPANN […]

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Jan 2, 2024

ODPANN 24-001: Notice of a Change to the Federal Reimbursement of Transportation Costs Effective January 1, 2024

This communication obsoletes ODP Announcement 23-005.The United States General Services Administration announced a change for the rate of Transportation Mile reimbursement rate, procedure code W7271, beginning January 1, 2024. The […]

AAW SSD Providers Administrative Entities Announcements Interested Parties

Jan 2, 2024

ODPANN 24-002: Qualification Process for New Intellectual Disability/Autism (ID/A) Provider Applicants Update

To communicate the process for Administrative Entities (AEs) to validatethat new Provider Applicants have satisfied all Waiver ProviderQualification requirements effective January 1, 2024.NOTE: Announcement 23-054 Qualification Process for New Providers […]

ID-A Supports Coordinators Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Dec 15, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-101 Updated: Provider Qualification Process

The purpose of this update is to notify stakeholders that the links for DP1059 and the Provider Qualification Record have changed. Please use the links in this update. The Centers […]

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

Dec 13, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-048 Required Communication Specialist Provider Qualification Training UPDATE

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-048: Required Communication Specialist Provider Qualification Training UPDATED. The purpose of this announcement is to remind […]

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Dec 6, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-071 Targeted Service Recovery and Expansion Supplemental Payments Update

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing this UPDATED communication; ODPANN 23-071: Targeted Service Recovery and Expansion Supplemental Payments update. This announcement provides eligible providers with additional […]

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Nov 29, 2023

ODPANN 23-096 Attachment Incident Management Reviewer Resource Guide

To announce and distribute the Incident Management Review Guide version 1.0. Attachment 1: ODPANN 23-096 Incident Management Review Guide Attachment 2: ODPANN 23-096 Attachment Incident Management Reviewer Resource Guide

AAW Providers ACAP Providers Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Nov 21, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-092: Community Participation Support (CPS) and Day Habilitation Teleservices Codes

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs in sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-092: Community Participation Support (CPS) and Day Habilitation Teleservices Codes. The purpose of this announcement is to […]

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Nov 20, 2023

ODPANN 23-091 Expectations for Supports Coordinators (SCs) Regarding the Right to be Free from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs in sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-091: Expectations for Supports Coordinators (SCs) Regarding the Right to be Free from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation […]

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Nov 6, 2023

ODP Announcement 00-23-01: ODP Bulletin 00-23-01 Home and Community-Based Waiver Services Provided to Individuals in an Acute Care Hospital

The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance sharing the attached bulletin: 00-23-01: Home and Community Based Waiver Services Provided to Individuals in an Acute Care Hospital along with its […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 10, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-079: Alerting Providers to Risk of Fraud and Encouraging Use of Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-079: Alerting Providers to Risk of Fraud and Encouraging Use of Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The […]

AAW Employment Providers AAW Providers AAW SSD Providers Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Aug 3, 2023

20-004: Clarifications and Training Requirements for AAW Employment Services

To provide updated clarifications regarding the Career Planning (Vocational Assessment and Job Finding), Supported Employment (Intensive Job Coaching and Extended Employment Supports) services, Small Group Employment (formerly known as Transitional […]

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Jul 17, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-066: The Gold Book: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Released

To announce the release of a new update of The Gold Book.Attachment: ODP Announcement 23-066: The Gold Book: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Released

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Jul 13, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-064: Residential Individual Support Plan (ISP) Training for Administrative Entity (AE) ISP Reviewers – Recorded Training Available

To announce that the recording of the live half-day virtual training session held in May 2023 regarding implementation of the Residential ISP Staffing approach for AE staff is now available […]

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Jul 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-061:: Now Available Life Sharing Service for Individuals with a Medically Complex Condition (MCC) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested parties of the Office of Developmental Program’s (ODP) publication of the first version MCC Life Sharing FAQ. Attachment ODP Announcement […]

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Jul 5, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-059:Supports Intensity Scale-Adult® 2nd Edition (SIS-A® 2nd ed) & Kepro Name Change/Rebrand

This communication is intended to introduce the SIS-A® 2nd ed. and the Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) plan to transition from the SIS-A 1st ed. to the SIS-A 2nd ed. […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jul 2, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-058: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Supports Coordinator (SC) Orientation

To announce the release of the new ODP Supports Coordinator Orientation on the MyODP website on July 3, 2023 Attachment ODP Announcement 23-058: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Supports Coordinator (SC) […]

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

Jun 29, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-055: Updates to Technical Guidance for Claim and Service Documentation Attachments

To announce the release of updated attachments to Bulletin 00-22-03, Technical Guidance for Claim and Service Documentation to align with waiver changes approved in January 2023. ODP Announcement 23-055: Updates to […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jun 22, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-053: Incident Management (IM) Training Available on MyODP: Understanding, Recognizing, and Reporting Passive and Self Neglect

The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested parties that a recorded webcast regarding incident management – Understanding, Recognizing, and Reporting Passive and Self-Neglect is now available on […]

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Jun 12, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-048: Required Communication Specialist Provider Qualification Training

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-048: Required Communication Specialist Provider Qualification Training. The announcement provides guidance and information relating to a […]

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Jun 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-046: Infection Control Procedures and Mitigating the Spread of Infectious Diseases

The purpose of this announcement is to: 1. Draw attention to the revised guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PA DOH) describing […]

Administrative Entities Announcements Interested Parties

Jun 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-045: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Waiver Reserved Capacity Letters

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing ODPANN 23-045: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Waiver Reserved Capacity Letters and accompanying attachments. This announcement provides guidance that clarifies […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators

May 16, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-041: Max Number of Hours per Week of InHome and CS Companion Services that Relatives and Legal Guardians May Provide

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing announcement ODPANN 23-041 Max Number of Hours per Week of InHome and CS Companion Services that Relatives and Legal Guardians […]

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May 5, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-038: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Clinical Triage & Referral Process

To announce the new Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) clinical referral process for the AAW effective May 15, 2023. Attachment ODP Announcement 23-038: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) […]

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

Apr 21, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-036: Guidance: Life Sharing for Individuals with a Medically Complex Condition

The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-036: Guidance: Life Sharing for Individuals with a Medically Complex Condition. Effective June 1, 2022, the approved […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Apr 10, 2023

Supports Coordinator (SC) First Year Training Plan

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has started the process to update and restructure ODP’s required SC Orientation Training Curriculum. The new training plan identifies requirements and recommendations for SC […]

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Apr 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-034: 2023 Administrative Review Process Manual Now Available

To communicate the availability of the updated 2023 Administrative Review Process Manual Attachment ODP Announcement 23-034: 2023 Administrative Review Process Manual Now Available

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Mar 22, 2023

One Page Reference for Supports Coordination (SC) Billing for Cross-Systems Meetings

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached One Page Reference for Supports Coordination (Sc) Billing for Cross-Systems Meetings. The reference document was developed to help […]

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Mar 21, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-020: 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide Updated

To announce further formatting and content updates to 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide released on February 15th, 2023. Attachment 1: ODP Announcement 23-020: 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance […]

Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 27, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-024: Incident Management (IM) Training Available on MyODP

ODP and the Columbus Organization are pleased to announce the release of a new Incident Management (IM) training series on the MyODP website. The course, Leadership’s Role in Reporting, Investigating, […]

AAW Providers AAW SSD Providers Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 14, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-018: Request for an Exception of Established Service Limits Within the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-018: Request for an Exception of Established Service Limits Within the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW). The […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers Interested Parties

Feb 13, 2023

ODPANN 23-017: Provider Qualifications, Provider Enrollment, and Revisions to Individual Support Plans (ISPs)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-017: Provider Qualifications, Provider Enrollment, and Revisions to Individual Support Plans (ISPs). The announcement provides additional […]

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Feb 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Special Education 101 YouTube Presentation and Supporting Links

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) is pleased to share with you resources available through PDE. The Special Education 101 presentation available through the YouTube link is a […]

Administrative Entities

Feb 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-015: Guidance for the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Program Enrollment Process

To outline the policy and procedures for AEs to identify individuals who are being enrolled in the Consolidated Waiver and meet the criteria to enroll in the MFP program. Attachment […]

AAW Supports Coordinators ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-014: Supports Intensity Scale -Adult (SIS-A) and Pennsylvania (PA) Supplement Assessments – Supports Coordination (SC) Participation and Scheduling Guidance

The purpose of this communication is to provide new guidance to SCOs on Supports Coordinators’ (SC) participation in the SIS-ATM and PA Supplement assessments, as well as clarification and new […]

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Feb 1, 2023

ODP Announcement 22-108 Update: Required Provider Qualification (PQ) Training on Common Health Conditions That May Be Associated with Preventable Deaths

The purpose of this announcement is to provide updated guidance and information relating to a qualification requirement that has been added to the Residential Habilitation, Life Sharing, and Supported Living […]

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Dec 21, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-126: Incident Management Clarification of Roles for the Supports Coordination Organizations and Administrative Entities

The purpose of this announcement is to provide clarification to Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) and County Program/Administrative Entities (AEs) with regards to the SCOs’ role related to administrative reviews as […]

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Nov 16, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-116: Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Protocol Update

The purpose of this communication is to announce the release of updated protocols for the Health Risk Screening Tool. ODP Announcement 22-116: Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Protocol Update

Administrative Entities Interested Parties

Nov 16, 2022

ODPANN 22-115 Nonreported and underreported Incident Detection using Medicaid Claim Data Administrative Entity

The purpose of this announcement is to inform AEs of a new process to detect unreported and under-reported incidents. This process links together ICD-10 diagnostic codes with corresponding incidents with […]

Interested Parties

Nov 6, 2022

ODPANN 22-113: Medication Administration Course Requirements

The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance and a timeline for the implementation requirement of the 2022 Online Medication Administration Training Course and manual. Also, to announce the […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Nov 2, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-111: Guidance for 24-Hour Annual Training Requirements in Training Year 2023

The announcement provides guidance for compliance with annual training requirements specified in ODP’s regulations for training years that end in 2023. ODP Announcement 22-111: Guidance for 24-Hour Annual Training Requirements in […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators

Sep 29, 2022

Health Equity Training for Support Coordinators

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is offering Health Equity training for supports coordinators (SCs) through MyODP. Health equity means that everyone has access to healthcare and the support they […]

AAW Providers AAW Supports Coordinators

Sep 7, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-103: Restrictive Procedures in the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

Individuals receiving services in the AAW that have a restrictive procedure plan in place must have a corresponding Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) and Crisis Intervention Plan (CIP). The BSP and […]

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Aug 24, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-098: Clarification on Combining Partial Units for Services Subject to Electronic Visit Verification (EVV)

The purpose of this announcement is to provide additional clarification on combining partial units as it pertains to Personal Care and Home Health Care Services that are subject to EVV […]

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Aug 20, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-095: Correction of Enhanced Rates for the Adult Autism Waiver Transportation Trip Service

To provide guidance on how to correct billing for the Transportation Trip (Zone) services within the Adult Autism Waiver. ODP Announcement 22-095: Correction of Enhanced Rates for the Adult Autism Waiver […]

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Aug 18, 2022

ODP Bulletin 00-22-06 – Medical Assistance

This Department-wide bulletin, including the Office of Medical Assistance Programs (OMAP), and the Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) pertains to the implementation of Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) for Home Health […]

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Aug 10, 2022

ODPANN 22-091 New Medication Administration Platform Now Available for Trainer Candidates and Primary Contacts

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in distributing the attached communication: New Medication Administration Platform Now Available for Trainer Candidates and Primary Contacts. The purpose of this communication […]

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

Aug 9, 2022

ODP Bulletin 00-22-05 Individual Support Plans

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide the Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requirements and standardized processes for preparing, completing, documenting, implementing, and monitoring Individual Support Plans (ISPs) to […]

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Aug 5, 2022

Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Health Alert- Monkeypox

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in distributing the attached communication: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Health Alert-Monkeypox. The purpose of this communication is to provide information regarding […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jul 31, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-039 Transition of Individuals into a Nursing Facility (NF)

The purpose of this communication is to offer guidance for AEs and SCOs on actions must be taken when an Office of Developmental Programs’(ODP) waiver or base participant is admitted […]

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

Jul 18, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-081: Referring Children to the County ID/A Programs Bulletin Training Now available on MyODP

The purpose of this communication is to announce that the DHS collaborative training for the Referring Children to the County Intellectual Disability and Autism (ID/A) Programs bulletin is now available […]

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Jul 14, 2022

ODP Bulletin 00-22-04 Referring Children to the County IDA Programs

The Department of Human Services (DHS), specifically the Office of Developmental Programs, the Office of Children, Youth, and Families, the Office of Child Development and Early Learning, the Office of […]

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Jul 12, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-074: Human Rights Webinars Making a Determination Recordings Available NOW on MyODP

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in distributing the attached communication: COVID-ODPANN 22-074: Human Rights Webinars Making A Determination Recordings Available NOW on MyODP. The purpose of this […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators

Jul 6, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-075: CAP Exceptions for P/FDS & Rate Impacts to the CLW Plans

The purpose of this communication is to obsolete ODP Announcement 20-069 and to provide guidance regarding Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) cap exceptions and rate impacts to the Community Living Waiver […]

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Jul 1, 2022

ODP Announcement 076-18 Re-Issue: Required Dual Diagnosis Training for Provides Newly Enrolling to Provide Residential Habilitation Services

The purpose of this announcement is to inform providers that ODP is requiring newly enrolling providers of Residential Habilitation services to complete the ODP-approved Dual Diagnosis Training curriculum. This applies […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Uncategorized

Jun 28, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-036: UPDATE: Announcing an online Tool for Reporting Residential Vacancies

The purpose of this communication is to announce an update to the original Residential Vacancies announcement, 22-036. This communication has been updated for June 2022 vacancies. Attachment 1: ODP Announcement […]

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Jun 21, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-071: ODP Services Overview Quick Guide Now Available

The purpose of this announcement is to announce that the ODP Services Overview Quick Guide is now available to stakeholders. ODP Announcement 22-071: ODP Services Overview Quick Guide Now Available

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Jun 21, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-064: Online Learning Opportunity About Alternative and Augmentative Communication

The purpose of this announcement is to share information about an online learning opportunity about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) offered through TechOWL. ODP Announcement 22-064: Online Learning Opportunity About Alternative […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Jun 9, 2022

ODPANN 22-063 Rate Increases for Supported Employment and Pre-Employment Transition Services

The purpose of this announcement is to announce rate increases for Supported Employment (SE) services and OVR Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). ODPANN 22-063 Rate Increases for Supported Employment and Pre-Employment […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Jun 8, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-062: 988–A Direct Link for Suicide Prevention & Crisis Support

The purpose of this announcement is to inform interested parties of the 988 lifeline. ODP Announcement 22-062: 988–A Direct Link for Suicide Prevention & Crisis Support

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Jun 2, 2022

Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Bulletin 00-22-02: Requesting a Waiver of Office of Developmental Programs Regulations

The purpose of this bulletin is to establish the process for requesting a waiver of a regulatory requirement. Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Bulleting 00-22-02: Requesting a Waiver of Office […]

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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 […]

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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, […]

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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 […]

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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

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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 […]

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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 […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Apr 14, 2021

ODPANN 21-034: ODP Regulation Update: Orientation and Annual Training Question and Answer Document and Annual Training Clarifications

This communication provides updated clarifications on annual training requirements in55 Pa. Code Chapters 2380, 2390, 6100, 6400 and 6500. In addition, thiscommunication announces the development of a question and answer […]

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

Mar 9, 2021

ODPANN 21-025: Respite for a Participant Receiving Life Sharing Services

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-025: Respite for a Participant Receiving Life Sharing Services. This communication is intended to clarify which […]

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

Feb 25, 2021

ODPANN 21-023 Human Rights Webcasts

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication; Announcement 21-023: Human Rights Webcasts. With the recent release of Bulletin 00-21-01 Guidance for Human Rights Teams […]

AAW Supports Coordinators Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Jan 27, 2021

ODPANN 21-015: New Orientation for Adult Autism Waiver Supports Coordination Organizations

To inform SCOs of a new orientation curriculum on MyODP for Supports Coordinators(SC) and SC Supervisors serving participants in the AAW. Attachment 1: ODPANN 21-015: New Orientation for Adult Autism […]

AAW Providers Announcements

Jan 14, 2021

ODP Announcement 21-004: The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Provider Qualification (PQ) Form (DP 1088) for the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

To inform all AAW providers about the new ODP Provider Qualification Form – DP 1088 which must be completed by all AAW providers as described below. This form is not […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Dec 17, 2020

Communication and… Series

ODP is happy to announce the publication of the Communication and…Series with over 25 different diagnoses included! The goal of this series is to provide information on how each diagnosis […]

AAW Supports Coordinators Announcements Interested Parties

Dec 4, 2020

ODP Announcement 20-111: New Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) Qualification Process

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services(CMS) requires a statewide processto ensure SCOs are qualified to render services to waiver-funded individuals. ODP is replacing the previous AAW SCO requalification process […]