The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) reminds quality management (QM) certificate holders who achieved certification/recertification during calendar year 2024, that they must recertify by December 31, 2026. Maintaining certification through recertifying every two years is highly recommended to keep QM skills honed and refreshed. Additional information on the QM process is included in ODPANN 26-010.
The Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) shared information on how the Provider Technology Solutions Readiness Assessment can guide your agency towards innovation and transformative technology adoption for the people you support. Customized for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Provider Readiness Assessment is a self-administered evaluation designed for service provider organizations interested in adopting or expanding the use of supportive technology and technology solutions for people with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians. The results of this assessment will assist your organization in understanding areas of strengths and needs for successful technology implementation and provide recommendations for sustainable change.
Handouts shared today:
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-008. This communication is to inform all Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Supports Coordination Organizations (SCO), whose last digit of their Master Provider Index (MPI) number is 6, 7, 8, or 9 as well as new SCOs who enrolled in the AAW during fiscal year 2024/25, that they must submit their qualification documentation to the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) between February 1, 2026, through March 31, 2026.
Documentation must include a completed AAW SCO Qualification form and SCO Qualification Documentation Record, as well as any other required supporting documentation.
Please view the announcement for more details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) wants to continue to expand the use of the Life Sharing service, as this service is rated as having one of the highest satisfactions by individuals for having an everyday life (IM4Q data). ODP is hosting two webinars to provide education and an explanation about the Life Sharing service.
To register:
Please see ODPANN 26-007 for more details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared an update to ODPANN 26-005, which was posted yesterday, January 12, 2026. The purpose of this update is to clarify calculation methods for the new federal reimbursement for transportation costs. All updated information will appear in red, underlined font.
NOTE: The release of this communication obsoletes ODP Announcement 25-004.
Please view the announcement for more details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-006. The purpose of this communication is to provide a clear, step-by-step process for new provider applicants seeking qualification under the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) ID/A waivers. The steps flow in the order they must be completed, making it easier for providers and AEs to follow the required sequence from PAO through qualification, enrollment, and service authorization.
Please view the announcement for more details.
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These forums are being held to support provider preparedness. The Office of Development Programs (ODP) will review the quarterly forums and discuss data presented to the Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Provider Performance Review Subcommittee. ODP will also review the emerging themes or trends with the implementation of performance-based contracting.
Audience:
Residential Providers
Dates and Registration Links:
March 11, 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:30 PM
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Residential
June 10, 2026, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Residential
September 9, 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Residential
December 9, 2026, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Residential
These forums are being provided to support provider preparedness. The Office of Development Programs (ODP) will review the quarterly forums and discuss data presented to the Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Provider Performance Review Subcommittee. ODP will also review the emerging themes or trends with the implementation of performance-based contracting.
Audience:
Supports Coordination Organization (SCO)
Dates and Registration Links:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Supports Coordination Organization (SCO)
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Supports Coordination Organization (SCO)
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Supports Coordination Organization (SCO)
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Performance Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum – Supports Coordination Organization (SCO)
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