Home Care
Hurricane Helene has devastated the Carolinas and surrounding areas. Home health, home care, and hospice providers report that the evacuation happened so quickly that they are struggling to find their…
Celebrating Hospice & Palliative Care Day on October 12
October 6, 2024PHA recognizes World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on October 12. This global day highlights the critical role of hospice and palliative care in enhancing the quality of life for…
Mission Moment: Lisa Giovanni
October 6, 2024Watch this powerful Mission Moment from former PHA Board President, Lisa Giovanni. Want to be featured and inspire others with your Mission Moment? Click here to submit yours!
Don’t Miss This FREE Event Coming To You!
October 6, 2024Don’t Miss This FREE Event Coming To You! 📅 WEST: October 16 @ 8:15 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Members Only 📅 EAST: October 23 @ 10 a.m. – 2:30…
HHAeXchange is hosting a special Caregiver Award initiative in honor of National Homecare & Hospice Month, and we encourage you to get involved! This is a wonderful chance to highlight…
Empower Your Team with PHA Member Portal Access
October 6, 2024Did you know that PHA Member Portal is available to your entire team! There’s no limit to how many employees you can enroll, ensuring everyone in your organization can benefit…
HHAeXchange Acquires Sandata
October 6, 2024On October 3, 2024, HHAeXchange CEO, Paul Joiner, announced the acquisition of Sandata Technologies. As a leading home care software solution in Pennsylvania for providers and managed care organizations, HHAeXchange’s…
(OLTL) is conducting a rate and wage study with the support of Mercer Government Human Services Consulting. PHA is hopeful the results of this study will inform advocacy efforts as we strive for reimbursement enhancements in 2025.
ODP Roundup
October 6, 2024The Office of Developmental Programs released a number of critical bulletins recently. Make sure you did not miss key rate, waiver amendment, and webinar information by reviewing PHA’s ODP Roundup.
Home Care Caucus Hosted September 11
September 20, 2024On September 11, 2024, PHA hosted a virtual Home Care Caucus meeting for key legislative champions of the industry. This was an opportunity to highlight the reimbursement issues that are…
EVV Compliance Rates Are Increasing to 85%!
September 20, 2024This is a reminder that the EVV Compliance rate for home health and personal care services is increasing from 50% to 85% on January 1, 2025. Providers should be working diligently…
PHA Testifies at OAPSA Senate Hearing
September 20, 2024On September 18, CJ Rambler, President of PHA’s Board of Directors, testified in front of a joint session of the Senate Aging & Youth Committee and the Senate Banking &…
Mission Moment: Anja Miller, Guthrie Hospice
September 20, 2024Watch this powerful Mission Moment from Anja Miller. Want to be featured and inspire others with your Mission Moment? Click here to submit yours!
Mergers & Acquisitions: Navigating M&A in Pennsylvania: Strategies, Trends, and Legal Insights
September 20, 2024Join us on October 24 at The Alloy in King of Prussia, PA, for an exclusive in-person event designed for professionals navigating the mergers and acquisitions landscape. This full-day event…
Help Support Home-Based Care for Those in Need!
September 20, 2024In 2024, the Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice is proud to have granted home-based care funding to more than 50 individuals through our Home Care Grant program. These individuals…
Vitable: PHA Exclusive Discounts for TB Blood Tests
September 20, 2024PHA has partnered with Vitable Health, bringing our members exclusive discounts on QuantiFERON TB tests. Through this partnership, members can purchase TB tests quarterly at a discounted rate through Vitable,…
Guest Column: Caregiver Workforce Trends by Care Connect
September 20, 2024Guest Column: Caregiver Workforce Trends by Care Connect Addressing the Shifts in Recruitment, Engagement, and Retention In recent months, the caregiver landscape has experienced a notable shift. While the number…
CMS Hosts Training Series for Medicaid Access Rule
September 20, 2024The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced an upcoming training series on the home- and community-based services (HCBS) provisions of the Medicaid Access Rule. The HCBS provisions of…
Register for the next OLTL Rate Study Update: Oct 2
September 20, 2024On October 2, 2024, the Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Subcommittee meeting will feature a critical Mercer update regarding the Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) rate study. PHA members are…
PHA Supports The National Alliance for Care at Home (NAHC-NHPCO) Commentary on 2025 HH PPS Rate Update
September 6, 2024The Pennsylvania Homecare Association recently signed on to a comment letter regarding the proposed 2025 Home Health Prospective Payment System drafted by The National Alliance for Care at Home (Formerly:…
ODP Releases Final Increased Provider Rates
September 6, 2024The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) released the following critical announcements outlining final fee schedule rates for all providers, as well as wage ranges and benefit allowances for Vendor Fiscal/Employer…
Last week, PHA held a hybrid EVV Compliance Collaborative event, with 225 attendees gathering to discuss crucial updates and strategies for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) compliance. A huge thank you…
85% EVV Compliance or Bust! New DHS Bulletins Released
September 6, 2024On August 23, 2024, an EVV bulletin was released by the Department of Human Services, with OLTL, ODP and OMAP Deputy Secretaries all signing on to the bulletin. The bulletin, entitled…
ODP Releases Final Increased Provider Rates
September 6, 2024The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) released the following critical announcements outlining final fee schedule rates for all providers, as well as wage ranges and benefit allowances for Vendor Fiscal/Employer…
Aetna and HPP: LTSS Credentialing Contacts
September 6, 2024On August 22, 2024, The Department of Human Services (DHS) announced applicants selected through a Request for Applications (RFA) process to administer Pennsylvania’s Community HealthChoices (CHC) program, the Medicaid managed care program that covers adults…
Highmark Announces Move to HHAeXchange for EVV
September 6, 2024Last week Highmark Wholecare shared a communication with its provider network announcing a transition to HHAeXchange effective November 1, 2024 from their current payer-sponsored Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system, Netsmart….
2024-2025 State of the Direct Care Workforce Report
September 6, 2024The direct care workforce is facing unprecedented challenges, as revealed in the newly released 2024-2025 State of the Direct Care Workforce Report by MissionCare Collective, a leading organization dedicated to helping companies strengthen…
National Alliance for Care at Home (NAHC), HCAOA, Polsinelli to host Home Based Care Legal Webinar
September 6, 2024Join Polsinelli, The National Alliance for Care at Home (Formerly: NAHC), and Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) on September 19, 2024 at 12 p.m. for a one hour legal update…
The Northeast Healthcare Coalition is hosting a FREE symposium on October 16, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Kalahari Resort and Conference Center in Pocono Summit, PA. The…
Mission Moment: Jennifer Baker
August 23, 2024Want to be featured and inspire others with your Mission Moment? Click here to submit your Mission Moment.
Business Solutions: Save on Workers’ Comp Insurance
August 23, 2024Workers Compensation is the second highest cost for home care and home health providers next to payroll. PHA offers a self-insurance option that saves members up to 10% compared to…
Save the Date: Sept. 9 Mergers and Acquisitions Event & Webinar Series for Home Care Agencies
August 23, 2024Join us on September 9, 2024 for a FREE webinar kicking off our Mergers and Acquisitions series this fall. On September 9, CEO Mia Haney will share the story of her…
The PHA Job Board provides a powerful way to ensure your job postings stand out. For a limited time, you can upgrade to a Featured Listing at 50% off—saving $25….
HCBS Rate and Wage Study Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
August 23, 2024On August 21, 2024, the Office of Long-Term Living released the long-awaited FAQ from the July 18, 2024, HCBS Rate and Wage Study Provider Meeting. The FAQ includes responses from…
The Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Subcommittee of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee (MAAC) has requested assistance in filling the last two remaining membership slots….
Business Solutions Spotlight
August 16, 2024PHA is excited to announce a new partnership with Vitable Health, bringing our members an exclusive offer on QuantiFERON TB tests. Through this partnership, members can purchase TB tests quarterly…
Save the Date(s)! PHA Regional Meetings Return in October
August 16, 2024The PHA Regional Meetings are back this fall! All members are invited to participate in this free event to hear the latest industry updates, learn about PHA’s services, discover business…
Are you looking to expand your professional network and increase your visibility on LinkedIn? You’re in luck! Here are 10 tips for boosting your LinkedIn views and connections organically, ensuring…
My Learning Center: Recognizing Signs of Heat Stroke, Heat Exhaustion, and Hypothermia
August 16, 2024Summer is still in full swing, and it’s important to stay informed about heat-related illnesses. My Learning Center offers a valuable training course on Recognizing Signs of Heat Stroke, Heat…
ODP released a QAI tool to ensure compliance when providers choose to utilize agency-developed or agency-identified training to meets the General Orientation and Annual Training requirements of the 55 PA…
As Pennsylvania prepares to move to an 85% threshold for EVV compliance on January 1, 2025, PHA is committed to helping you stay prepared. If you missed our review in…
Department of Labor Audits: The Price of Non-Compliance
August 16, 2024The Department of Labor (DOL) conducts audits to ensure that home care and home health providers comply with federal labor laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These audits…
Tell Congress to Stop the Medicaid HCBS 80/20 Pass-Through
August 10, 2024The recent Medicaid Access Rule finalized by CMS requires that by 2026 states implement a provision that no less than 80% of all Medicaid payments be spent on compensation for…
Last week, Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh announced that Pennsylvania will receive approximately $58 million in federal reimbursement from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Money Follows…
OLTL will be hosting a Transportation Summit by Zoom meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Transportation Summit is an open forum for anyone…
The Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL), along with Mercer Government Human Services Consulting, have released a provider survey to collect data to inform their ongoing rate study. PHA intends to…
Recap of July 30th CMS LTSS Open Door Forum
August 9, 2024On July 30, CMS hosted a Long-Term Services and Supports Open Door Forum. During the call, CMS reviewed the payment adequacy provisions of the Access Rule, with a particular focus…
PROMISe URL Domain Changes
August 9, 2024In accordance with DHS rebranding and the Governor’s Office Customer Service Transformation Initiative, the Office of Medical Assistance Programs will be implementing changes to the old URLs to reach PROMISe…
AmeriHealth Caritas/Keystone First Provides PHA Clarification on Manual Edit Signature Requirements!
July 29, 2024PHA has been seeking clarification from AmeriHealth Caritas/Keystone First (AC/KF) on what an acceptable participant signature is for purposes of documenting Manual Edits. In November 2023, AC/KF released guidance that…
Summary of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee (MAAC) Consumer Subcommittee Meeting
July 29, 2024The Medical Assistance Advisory Committee (MAAC) Consumer Subcommittee met on July 24 to review significant updates and achievements related to medical assistance programs. The meeting emphasized budgetary and policy victories,…