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ODP Conducts Performance-Based Contracting Quarterly Provider Forum
On June 16, 2025, the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) held its quarterly Performance-Based Contracting (PBC) Provider Forum. During this session, ODP presented and reviewed current PBC data to support provider preparedness and engagement in the PBC process.
ODP will continue to review the content of these quarterly forums, including the data presented, with the Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Provider Performance Review Subcommittee. In addition, ODP will analyze emerging trends and themes related to the ongoing implementation of performance-based contracting.
The slides from the presentation are available here. A recording of the forum will be released at a later date by ODP.
For questions or comments, please reach out to Tim Sohosky.
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PBC Residential Provider Directory Now Available
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 25-056, which states that the Performance-Based Contracting (PBC) Residential Provider Directory is now available. PBC applies to the Consolidated Waiver and the Community Living Waiver. Individuals and families can use this directory for additional information when making a choice of providers.
Providers are placed in one of the following tiers based on their performance in the areas described below:
- Primary: For providers that meet current standards and a few additional measures.
- Select: For providers that deliver at least two of the three residential services in the Performance-Based Contracting model and meet the additional measures.
- Clinically Enhanced: For providers that offer clinically enhanced medical or behavioral supports and meet the enhanced measures.
The website also indicates if a provider is in conditional status due to a licensing enforcement action.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the ODP PBC inbox.
ODP Shares List of Resource Accounts
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 25-055. This communication provides ODP stakeholders with information to access various emails (resource accounts) that can help address many common questions or issues that arise through the use of ODP services. These resource accounts have been created to better assist stakeholders in contacting specific ODP departments to gain information and support.
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ODP Shares Guidance on Annual Review Update Process
Message to Supports Coordinators:
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared the following information as part of the Annual Review Update process. It is essential to ensure each individual’s demographic information is accurate and current. Please take a few extra moments during your review to verify that all details are up-to-date and correctly documented.
HCSIS Navigation
- Consumer Demographics: Individual > Demographics > Demo
- Consumer Addresses: Individual > Demographics > Address
- Contacts: Individual > Demographics > Contacts
Completion Guidelines
Please confirm that the following details are correct to the best of your knowledge:
Consumer Demographics
- Living Situation
- County of Residence
- Educational and Vocational Status
- Ensure this is consistent with the information listed under Education/Vocational and Employment/Volunteer sections within Functional Information.
- Telephone Number (if applicable)
Consumer Addresses
- Residential Address
- Mailing Address (if applicable)
- Email Address (if applicable)
Consumer Contacts
- Contact Name
- Relationship to Individual
- Mailing Address (if applicable)
- Phone Numbers (if applicable)
- Email Address (if applicable)
- Preferred Contact Method
- Notes
Accurate information not only supports effective service planning and coordination — it also plays a key role in ensuring a smooth transition as we prepare for Enterprise Case Management (ECM) implementation. Thank you for your attention to detail and your continued commitment to delivering high-quality supports.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your ODP Regional Office.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) In-Person Seminar 2025 for Western Region on July 9
TOPIC: Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Overview and Practical Application
On behalf of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), due to a widespread power outage when we were scheduled to conduct the Western Region ASD Seminar in April, we have decided to hold an additional session. We welcome anyone interested to register for this event!
Reminder: This seminar satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance-Based Contracting. Please see more details below on Continuing Education Credits.
Over the years the prevalence of autism has increased, Pennsylvania’s service delivery system for individuals with autism has expanded, and best practices to provide quality supports have emerged. To support the individual needs of each person with autism across the lifespan, an understanding of core characteristics must be established. It is also important to learn how the individual’s presentation of autism may change across settings and situations. This seminar will provide attendees with an in-depth presentation on core characteristics of autism and the impact of the characteristics on daily life, routines, and activities. A review of common terms and basic principles used to change behavior, teach new skills, and develop practical application of best practices will be included. Opportunity for discussion and engagement will occur throughout the seminar.
Who should attend?
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Front Line Supervisors, and Program Managers supporting individuals with autism in residential and other home and community-based settings. Professionals supporting individuals in the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW), Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP), Consolidated, Person/Family-Directed Support (P/FDS), and Community Living waivers are encouraged to attend.
Where and when will sessions be held?
- July 9, 2025, PaTTAN West, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- This training satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance-Based Contracting measures CN-DD/Bx.01.1S and CN-DD/Bx.01.1CE for all DSPs, Frontline Supervisors (FLSs), and program managers.
- This training also fulfills 6100 annual training requirements.
*After logging into your MyODP account, completion of the Demographics Form is required before being able to register for a session.
Please contact the Bureau of Autism Training inbox with questions.
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