PHA Updates
Member Spotlight: South Central Pennsylvania Home Care Grant & The Partnership for Better Health
June 3, 2024The Partnership for Better Health is a community foundation that champions and invests in ideas, initiatives, and collaborations to advance equity and improve the health of the people and communities…
On May 23, the Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA) submitted comments on the proposed Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Fee Schedule Rates. PHA commended ODP for prioritizing the direct care workforce through adequate reimbursement,…
OP-ED: PHA CEO Mia Haney Speaks Out for Pennsylvanians with Disabilities Who Deserve Equal Access to Home Care
June 3, 2024It is heartening to witness leadership that prioritizes the needs of our most vulnerable citizens; however, Governor Shapiro’s recent proposal to increase funding for home care services for Pennsylvanians with…
Member Shoutout: HomeWell Care Services
June 3, 2024Congratulations to HomeWell Care Services for their recent Grand Opening on May 30. PHA was there with owner, Monica Jones, for the ribbon cutting which symbolized new beginnings and the…
Tis the Season for a New Logo
June 3, 2024Following PHA’s recent announcement that it will be officially rebranded by Q3 with a new logo, database and website, the Department of Human Services issued a similar announcement that its…
PHA Comments: CMS-1810-P Proposed Rule on FY 2025 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update
June 3, 2024PHA submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on the recently proposed rule by CMS, titled “Medicare Program; FY 2025 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update,…
The Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA) recently received the Direct Care Worker Job Quality Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. This grant will fund the new Direct Care Worker Mentorship…
National Nurses Week is a time to celebrate and recognize the unwavering commitment of nurses who make a significant impact on home-based care. This year, PHA is delighted to announce…
Representatives Jessica Benham (D-Allegheny) and Jason Ortitay (R-Allegheny, Washington) recently issued a co-sponsorship memorandum titled “Agency Accountability and Livable Wages for PA’s Home Care Workers.” While PHA supports the request…
Offering affordable solutions for your health insurance needs and the keys to maximize your employee benefits program, including voluntary offerings, PHA provides its members access to My Benefit Advisor. As…
MB Healthcare Consultants, LLC offers home care consulting services to PHA members at a 10% discount from standard fees. Services are based on three things: People, Process, and Performance. Visit www.mbhealthcareconsultants.com for…
April 25 Quick Hits: Here’s What You Missed
April 29, 2024On Thursday, April 25, Mia Haney, Alex McMahon, and Kim Whetsell recapped industry news and PHA updates in our members-only Quick Hits webinar. Information covered included PHA’s Advocacy Day, a…
Medicaid Access and Accountability 80/20 Rule Released
April 29, 2024The CMS final rule entitled, “Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services,” proposed to address key issues in Medicaid services, was issued this week. PHA issued a statement and is working diligently to review…
Member Benefit Spotlight: DynaMed, Inc.
April 22, 2024The Pennsylvania Home Care Association is happy to provide a member benefit from our partners from DynamedDevices. DynaMed, Inc. is a national distributor for Stability Biologics. DynaMed offers access to…
NAHC Advocacy Day Recap
April 22, 2024Over 100 home care, home health, and hospice advocates, including representatives and members of PHA, came to Washington, D.C. April 16 and 17 to make the case for expanded access…
Last month Representatives Jessica Benham (D-Allegheny) and Jason Ortitay (R-Allegheny, Washington) issued a co-sponsorship memorandum titled “Agency Accountability and Livable Wages for PA’s Home Care Workers.” While the memo included…
NEW Study: Costs and Benefits of Enhancing Private Duty/Shift Nursing Payment Rates in Pennsylvania’s Medicaid Program
April 22, 2024The Pennsylvania Homecare Association engaged The Menges Group to conduct a cost savings study for private duty nursing with a purpose of proving what an investment in increased reimbursement rates…
Today, PHA’s President of the Board of Directors, CJ Rambler, will be testifying on behalf of PHA at a House Health and Human Services Committee Informational Hearing on the Delivery…
Thank you to the 200+ attendees who came together last week to move the needle forward for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) compliance in Pennsylvania! The Department of Human Services currently…
Annual Membership Meeting Scheduled for May 17
April 8, 2024PHA’s Annual Membership Meeting will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at Kalahari Resorts in the Pocono Mountains. All members are invited to…
On Monday, April 8 PHA’s President of the Board of Directors, CJ Rambler, will be testifying on behalf of PHA at a House Health and Human Services Committee Informational Hearing…
PHA’s New Business Partner, ColdTree, proudly offers exclusive preferred pricing to all PHA members across an extensive range of products or “Swag” items. In addition to providing PHA members a discounted…
Recently, Representatives Jessica Benham (D-Allegheny) and Jason Ortitay (R-Allegheny, Washington) released a co-sponsorship memorandum titled “Agency Accountability and Livable Wages for PA’s Home Care Workers.” Unfortunately, this memorandum included unfounded…
PHA Submits Comments on Aging Your Way, PA
March 25, 2024ast week, PHA submitted comments to the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (Department) on its draft master plan on aging, Aging Our Way, PA. PHA commended the plan’s proposal to advance initiatives that…
Representative Jessica Benham and Representative Jason Ortitay issued a co-sponsorship memorandum calling for “Agency Accountability and Livable Wages for PA’s Home Care Workers.” The memorandum calls for four action items: The memorandum…
Last week, PHA held an EVV check-in with representatives from the Department of Human Services, Community HealthChoices and Physical Health Choices MCOs, HHAeXchange, Sandata, and Netsmart. Throughout the event, stakeholders shared…
PHA organized a sign-on letter to House leadership sharing opposition from providers to House Bill 876, sponsored by Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne), is pending consideration by the House of Representatives and…
PHA Signs-on to Letter Raising Concern Over Proposed Changes to Medicare Advantage Program
March 18, 2024Last week, PHA, along with a diverse group of stakeholders, joined in signing an open letter coordinated by the Better Medicare Alliance. The letter, addressed to CMS, expressed concerns regarding the proposals…
The Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA) has officially appointed Mia Haney as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), starting February 26, 2024. Haney, who has over 15 years of experience in the home…
A Message from PHA’s CEO
March 4, 2024Dear PHA Members and Partners, It is my sincere honor to be offered the full-time role of CEO with the Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA). As I reflect on the journey…
Senate Bill 1080 sponsored by Sen. Lynda Culver (R- Columbia, Luzerne, Montour, Northumberland, and Snyder) and championed by PHA, was introduced on February 23. Senate Bill 1080 aims to allow Licensed…
National Caregivers Day: 10 Award Winners Announced!
February 26, 2024National Caregivers Day celebrates the dedication of caregivers by acknowledging their commitment to their clients. On Friday, PHA held a drawing to award 10 caregivers a $50 gift card, recognizing…
Member Benefit Spotlight: NEW Form for Member Questions
February 19, 2024We are excited to introduce a new form for member questions, which helps streamline your inquiries and enhance member support! Our team guarantees a response within 48 hours, offering direct…
Guest Column: Why Employee Benefits Matter
February 19, 2024As most company leaders and workers can attest, employee benefits play a critical role in the long-term success for businesses of all sizes. A comprehensive and well put together compensation…
PHA Participates in Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing on Rural Health Care Challenges
February 19, 2024The Senate Majority Policy Committee held a public hearing about rural health care on Wednesday, Feb. 14. Public Policy Committee member and Vice President of Redstone@Home, Geoff Gehring, testified on PHA’s behalf. The goal of…
Lunch and Learn Recap: RFA for Managed Care Organizations in Community HealthChoices
February 19, 2024On Friday, PHA hosted a Lunch and Learn to discuss the 500+ page document. Mia Haney, CEO, identified important CHC Agreement terms and potential changes that can affect PAS providers. Members…
PHA partners with Community Health Accreditation Partner, Inc. (CHAP), which accredits home and community-based health care organizations and has “deeming” authority granted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services,…
PHA’s Budget Press Statement
February 12, 2024Mia Haney, CEO of the Pennsylvania Homecare Association, issued a statement on Tuesday, February 6, in response to Governor Shapiro’s budget proposal. Haney called on the governor and the General…
Advocacy in Action: PHA Outlines 2024 Funding Need for Pa. Progressive Caucus Members
February 5, 2024On February 1, PHA Members Laura Ness from Bayada Hearts for Home for Home Care, CJ Weaber from Honor Health Network, and Teri Henning from Aveanna Healthcare, along with Alex…
PHA Welcomes Elizabeth Piazza to the Board of Directors
January 29, 2024PHA is excited to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Piazza, Advocacy and Policy Leader at TEAM Services Group, to the Pennsylvania Homecare Association’s Board of Directors! In addition to serving on…
Member Benefit Spotlight: PA Workers’ Compensation Trust
January 29, 2024Discover the Pennsylvania Home Care & Human Services Workers’ Compensation Trust, offering an innovative approach to workers’ compensation for the home health care industry. Group self-insurance empowers related businesses to collectively…
Each year, Home Care Pulse (HCP) performs the largest annual study on the home-based care industry and publishes the results as the HCP Benchmarking Report. This annual report is packed…
Last week, Mia Haney, interim CEO of PHA, sent a letter to Governor Shapiro and legislative leaders highlighting the need to increase funding for Medical Assistance programs and services that…
In case you missed the announcement, hospices can now take advantage of the Home Care Grant programs! The latest grant expansions, which went into effect on January 1, include the…
A Message from PHA’s Interim CEO
January 22, 2024Dear PHA Members, As we step into the promise of a new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the invaluable contributions and collective strength that each…
Member Benefit Spotlight: FREE Use of PHA Office Space
January 22, 2024PHA offers members free access to our professional office suite in Lemoyne, PA, just minutes from the Capitol Building in Harrisburg. Available space includes conference rooms and offices. Consider our…
Penncares is piloting a new hands-on training program for caregivers. If you are a caregiver or an agency admin member who would be interested in volunteering to come out and…
South Central PA Home Care Grant Extended
January 15, 2024The Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice, supported by the Partnership for Better Health, has extended the South Central PA Home Care Grant program through 2024. The grant supports home-based…
PHA Foundation Expands Grant Eligibility
January 15, 2024The Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Foundation for Home Care and Hospice approved the expansion of the Home Care Grant to allow even more customers to access funds for critical home-based health needs….
Reminder: Don’t Let Your Agency Credentials Expire!
January 15, 2024Don’t let license and credential expirations put a damper on your 2024 business plans! Take a moment this week to add a calendar reminder OR double check an existing calendar…
