Updates/Reminders from the R5 Office:

~It is expected that the DCH Program Integrity Unit will be reviewing up to 90% of waiver approved providers.

~Remember that your programs need to be in compliance with both Part I and the Part II General Guidelines sections of the DCH Provider Manual.

~Remember the three manuals to follow: DCH, DHR, ORS.

~DHR plans to publish revisions to the Provider Manual on a quarterly basis.

~Provider application backlog: DCH and the Office of DD have added temporary staff to address this. The general prioritizing method being used is as follows: 1) Addition of sites/services for current providers, 2) Brand New Providers,3) SOURCE Providers coming into DHR.

~DHR is working to streamline the Provider Application process where possible.

Thanks and have a good week.

Charles Ringling
Region 5 Coordinator