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Cathy Barrick

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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.

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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.

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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.

ATTACHMENTS:

  • Attachment #1: New Provider Qualification Approval Template
  • Attachment #2: New Provider Qualification – Additional Information Needed Template
  • Attachment #3: New Provider Qualification Not Approved Template

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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

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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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The United States General Services Administration has announced a change for the rate of transportation mile reimbursement rate, procedure code W7271, beginning January 1, 2026. The new rate is $0.725 per mile. Communication ODPANN 26-005 provides notice of the rate change, as well as instructions for Supports Coordination Organizations (SCO) on how to add transportation mileage to the vendor screen. It also instructs direct service providers on how to submit claim adjustments, if applicable. Please view the announcement for additional information and details.

NOTE: The release of this communication obsoletes ODP Announcement 25-004.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared communication ODPANN 26-004, in order to share the updated Provider Qualification Process. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require a statewide process to ensure providers are qualified to render services to waiver-funded individuals. The Provider Qualification Process described in this communication outlines the steps the assigned Administrative Entity (AE) and provider must follow to meet these requirements, and the steps Supports Coordinators (SCs) take to transition individuals if needed. This communication does not describe the qualification process for SC organizations.

The release of this communication obsoletes ODP Announcement 25-014 Provider Qualification Process Update. Please review the announcement for more details.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared communication ODPANN 26-003. The purpose of this communication is to announce the release of the ISP Manual that includes changes due to the January 1, 2026 amendments to the Consolidated, Community Living, and Person/Family-Directed Support waivers. Please review the announcement for more details.

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