Provider Notices
PerformCare provider notices
2025
- AD 25 105: Core Data Set Depression Screening (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 25 104: Documentation Reminder (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 25 103: Updates to DHS Top 15 Languages (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 25 102: Pre-Payment Claims Edits for Duplicate/Disallowed Services (PDF) Opens a new window
2024
- AD 24 119: Provider Responsibilities Reminder (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 118: NaviNet Enhancements Trainings (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 117: Policy and Procedure Re-organization on PerformCare’s website (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 116: Requirement of Re-authorization for MH and SU TCM (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 115: Trauma-Informed Care Resources (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 114: NaviNet Enhancements (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 113: Recipient Language by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 112: Screening and Treatment for Hepatitis C (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 109: Unit of Service Where Rounding is Permitted (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 108: Differentiating Between Trauma-Informed Care and Trauma Treatment (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 107: Overdose Risk (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 105: Provider Notification to PerformCare When Member Has TPL for MH IP and SUD Residential Services (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 104: PerformCare’s New Online Prior Authorizations — Coming July 1 (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 103: Addressing Members’ SDOH Needs (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 102: Recipient Language by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 101: Street Medicine Place of Service Codes (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 100: Sharing Integrated Care Plans With Providers (PDF) Opens a new window
2023
- AD 23 122: Provider Notice Resources (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 119: Collection of Race, Ethnicity, and Language (REL) as Well as Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Data (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 118: DEI Provider News Regarding Interpreter & Translation Services — More Than a Requirement (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 117: NaviNet Registration Change (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 116: DEI Provider News: Improving Member Engagement Through the Use of Equitable Language (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 115: Recipient Language by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 114: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 112: Trauma-Informed Care (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 110: ICD-10 2023 Updates to F and Z Diagnosis Codes (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 109: Administrative Compliance Concerns (ACC) Clarification (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 108: Member Medicaid ID Changes (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 107: Update on MH and SU Confidentiality Act 32 and Act 33 (PDF) Opens a new window
- Act 32 and Act 33 Provider Legal Guidance (PDF) Opens a new window
- Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Licensing Alert (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 106: Language Data by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 105: Administrative and Treatment Quality Concerns — Changing to Administrative Compliance Concerns (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 103: Telehealth Using Site Based Clinic Model (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 102: Federal Legislation Impacts Members' Medical Assistance Eligibility (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 101: Cease CIR Reporting for COVID-19 Positive Members (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 100: Service Description Expectations (PDF) Opens a new window
2022
- AD 22 110: CPT Code Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 109: End of Temporary Suspension of DHS Regulations 10/31/2022 (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 108: Recipient Language by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 107: OMHSAS Telehealth Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 106: Telehealth POS & Audio Only Modifier Change (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 104: Recipient Language Data by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 102: Recipient Language Data by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 101: Authorization Correction Process (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 22 100: Reporting Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Diagnoses (PDF) Opens a new window
2021
- AD 21 111: Re-Credentialing Process and Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 110: Telehealth Audio Only Modifier 95 (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 109: Compliance Training & Attestation (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 108: Tobacco Cessation Resources (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 107: Recipient Language by County (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 105: Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Notice (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 104: CPT Code Updates and Family Therapy Rate Change — TMCA (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 103: CPT Code Updates and Family Therapy Rate Change — CABHC (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 102: Collecting Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Data (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 101: False Claims Certification (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 100: Tobacco Cessation Resources (PDF) Opens a new window
2019
- AD 19 104: Medicare Crossover Claims (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 19 103: Using Your CLIA ID When Filing Claims (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 19 102: Collecting Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) Data to Address Members’ Unmet Needs (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 19 101: Transition of Bedford-Somerset HealthChoices Contract (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 19 100: Service Location Enrollment Deadline (PDF) Opens a new window
2018
- AD 18 106: Tobacco Cessation Providers (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 18 105: Capital Area Performance Incentive Payments (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 18 104: Changes to Prior Authorization and Denial Process (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 18 103: Do You Want to Save Time and Shorten Your Reimbursement Cycle? (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 18 102: Discharge Planning: Using the Teach Back Method (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 18 101: Discharge Management Plans (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 18 100: Partner With Us to Prevent Health Care Fraud Waste and Abuse (PDF) Opens a new window
2017
- AD 17 104: Ordering, Rendering, and Prescribing Providers (PDF) Opens a new window Updated – March 1, 2019
2016
- AD 16 106: Information System Update and Timeline (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 16 104: Franklin, Fulton Retroactive Performance Incentive Payments (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 16 103: Information System Transition (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 16 101: Utilization Management Process (PDF) Opens a new window
2015
- AD 15 101: Behavioral Health Screening Programs (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 15 102: Treatment Record Review and Risk Assessment (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 15 106: Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Program (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-13: Collaborative Documentation (PDF) Opens a new window
- 45-PC 02-14-01: Compensation & Progress Notes (PDF) Opens a new window
Providers of Peer Support Services should review the policy clarification 45-PC 02-14-01 which was released by the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Bureau of Policy, Planning and Program Development on April 16, 2014. This policy clarification contains important information about billing and time spent completing progress notes.
- 45-PC 02-14-01: Compensation & Progress Notes (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 15 108: Quality Improvement Resources Available on PerformCare Website (PDF) Opens a new window
2002 - 2014
- AD 14 105 OMHSAS 14-03: Bulletin ACA Re-enrollment Requirement (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 105 Att 1: OMHSAS Bulletin On MA Enrollment (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 105 Att 2: OMAP Bulletin Re-enrollment 99-14-06 (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 107: PerformCare Harrisburg Mailing Address Change (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 13 103R: NCCI Claims Edits (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-02: Mobile Crisis Intervention (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-03: Mental Health Targeted Case Management (TCM) Transportation Clarification (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-04: TCM Concurrent Billing With PH-BH Appointments (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-06: Electronic Signatures (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 12 100: Common Problem Areas and Provider Performance Reports (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 12 112: 2013 CPT Code Update Implementation (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 115: MA Bulletin 99-11-05 (PDF) Opens a new window
"Provider Screening of Employees and Contractors for Exclusion from Participation in Federal Health Care Programs and the Effect of Exclusion on Participation" - AD 10 002: Coordination With Crisis Intervention Services (Capital Area) (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 10 006: Billable Reportable Time (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 10 110: Compliance and Billing Reminders (PDF) Opens a new window
MH partial hospitalization, MH outpatient, CRR, BHRS, FBMHS and concurrent services - AD 09 109: Provider Corporate Compliance Initiatives and OMAP Bulletin 99-02-13 (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 09 111: Additional Fraud and Abuse Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
per Section 6034 of the Deficit Reduction Act - AD 04 003: Notification Requirements for PerformCare as Secondary Payer (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 02 012: EVS and Authorization Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 03 001: Naming Conventions for Provider Communications (PDF) Opens a new window
2024
- AD 24 111: Claim Attachment Transaction is Now Available via Availity (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 24 110: Claim Dates of Service Clarification (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 109: Update to Payment Policy for Day of Admission and Day of Discharge for Inpatient and Residential Programs (PDF) Opens a new window
2023
- AD 23 121: Pre-Payment Claims Edits for Duplicate and Disallowed Services (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 120: Attachment Implementation for Electronic Claims (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 111: Upgrade of the EDI claims compliance to Strategic National Implementation Process (SNIP) Level 4 (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 23 104: Change Healthcare Link Updates (PDF Opens a new window) Opens a new window
2021
- AD 21 104: CPT Code Updates and and Family Therapy Rate Change (corrected) (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 21 103: CPT Code Updates and and Family Therapy Rate Change (PDF) Opens a new window
2017
- AD 17 107: New NaviNet Electronic Claim Inquiry Enhancement (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 17 106: Clarification of Rejected and Corrected Claim Rules (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 17 105: NaviNet Authorization and Claims Reports for Providers (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 17 101: Timely Filing of Claims Requirements for all Capital Area Behavioral Health Collaborative (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 17 101: Timely Filing of Claims Requirements for all Tuscarora Managed Care Alliance (PDF) Opens a new window
2016
- AD 16 102: Additional Pre-payment Claims Edits for Duplicate/Disallowed Services (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-18 FQHC/RHC Prospective Payment System (PDF) Opens a new window
2015
- AD 15 107: HIPAA 5010 X12 Format Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 15 104: Remittance Advice Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-17: Pharmacogenomics Tests for Psychiatric Medications (PDF) Opens a new window
2014
2013
- AD 13 103R: NCCI Claims Edits (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-14: Provider Memo TCM Billing for Records Review (PDF) Opens a new window
2011
- AD 11 104: Claims Submission and POS 03 for Services Provided In Schools Reminder (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 107: NPI (National Provider Identifier) and Claims Submission Reminder (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 108: Claims Submission and POS 50 In Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 111: Change In Mailing Address and Handling of Paper Claims (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 114: EMDEON Payer ID for Electronic Claims (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 11 113: Transition to EMDEON for ERA and EFT (PDF) Opens a new window
2010
2009
2024
- MH 24 105: FBMHS Prescribers (PDF) Opens a new window
2022
- MH 22 105: Provider Profile Migration Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 22 104: Provider Profile Migration (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 22 101: FBMHS Extensions in the Value Based Purchasing Program (PDF) Opens a new window
2017
- MH 17 100: Improving Family Based Mental Health Services 7-Day Routine Access (PDF) Opens a new window
2014
2012
2008
- FBMH 08 000: Clarification of Family-Based Mental Health Services Billing for Travel Time (PDF) Opens a new window
2004
2023
- MH 23 106: MH IP and OP Coordination of Care for Members With an SU Diagnosis (PDF) Opens a new window
2022
- MH IP 22 103: MI IP Active Discharge Planning (PDF) Opens a new window
2021
2017
2014
- AD 14 100: Verification of Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Inpatient Rehab Hospital Admission (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102: Change In Initial Assessment Continued Stay and Discharge (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102A: UM MH (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102B: UM SA (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102C: MSS Bedsearch (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 104: Change In UM Contact Process (PDF) Opens a new window
2013
2011
- AD 11 101: Federal Regulations 42, CFR Subpart D Related to JCAHO Accreditation (PDF) Opens a new window
Final ruling
2010
2009
2008
2003
2023
- MH 23 109: Specialized In-Home Treatment (SPIN) Transition to Family-Based Mental Health Services (FBMHS) (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 108: Changes to IBHS Written Orders (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 107: IBHS Forms Clarification (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 106: Best Practice Evaluations (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 105: IBHS TPL/EOB Clarifications Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 104: IBHS Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 103: Discharge Planning (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 102: Expanded Use of 97151 (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 101: IBHS Rural Rates (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 23 100: IBHS Performance Standards and Best Practices (PDF) Opens a new window
2022
- IBHS 22 109: IBHS Documentation and Written Order Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 108: IBHS Assessment Authorization Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 107: Fee-for-Service Transition to PerformCare (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 106: Temporary OMHSAS Regulation Suspensions Ended 10/31/2022 (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 104: IBHS Monitoring and Referral Process for Members with Primary Insurance (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 103: IBHS Group and ABA Group (formerly Summer Therapeutic Activities Program — STAP) (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 102: IBHS Code Authorization Bundling (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 101: IBHS Group Services Guidelines (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 22 100: Revised IBHS Referral Management Process (PDF) Opens a new window
2021
- IBHS 21 108: IBHS Written Order Update: Center-Based Recommendations (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 107: IBHS Update: Temporary OMHSAS Regulation Suspensions End 9/30/21 (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 106: Adding or Increasing IBHS During a Current IBHS Authorization Period (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 105: BCBA Billing (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 104: IBHS Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 103: IBHS TPL / EOB Clarifications (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 102: IBHS Billable Activity (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 101: IBHS Assessment Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 21 100: IBHS ABA Billing Guide (PDF) Opens a new window
2020
- IBHS 20 105: Clarification of Written Order Prescriptions for IBHS-ABA Services (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 20 103 Update: Provider Notice Children's Level of Care and Prescriptions (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 20 102 Update: Dual Prescription Recommendation (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 20 101 Update: IBHS 20 101 CABHC IBHS Rate Notice (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 20 101 Update: IBHS 20 101 TMCA IBHS Rate Notice (PDF) Opens a new window
- IBHS 20 100 Update: All IBHS/BHRS/Other Children’s Level of Care and Evaluators (PDF) Opens a new window
2025
- MH 25 101: Revised Attestation Requirements and Form (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 25 100: Capital Area FUH VBP Payments (PDF) Opens a new window
2024
- MH 24 112: Psych Rehab with Peer Support Services or ACT Concurrently (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 111: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Implementation TMCA (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 110: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Implementation CABHC (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 109: Requests for Initial, Continuation and Maintenance for ECT (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 108: FQHC Billable Encounters (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 107: Interprofessional Consultation Services TMCA (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 106: Interprofessional Consultation Services CABHC (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 104: Spravato Billing Guidelines Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 103: Updated P&P for ACT/CTT Providers (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 102: ACT/CTT Form Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 101: Capital Area FUH VBP Payments (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 24 100: Revised Psychological/Neuropsychological Testing Request Form (PDF) Opens a new window
2023
- MH 23 110: FBMHS Provider Choice Form (Revised) (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 108: Psychologist and Psychiatrist Attestation Requirements and Forms (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 107: Spravato Billing Guidelines (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 106: MH IP and OP Coordination of Care for Members With an SU Diagnosis (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 105: Revised Psychological/Neuropsychological Testing Request Form (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 104: Follow-Up After Hospitalization Value-Based Purchasing Payment (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 102: Peer Support Services Referrals (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 101: Payment for Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 23 100: Children's Continuity Of Care Protocols (PDF) Opens a new window
2022
- MH 22 106: Care Coordination Upon Discharge From Emergency Department (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 22 102: Partial Hospitalization Provider Profile Migration (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 22 100: CRR and RTF Authorization Updates (PDF) Opens a new window
2021
- MH 21 101: Capital Area Performance Payments (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 21 100: Pennsylvania Act 65 of 2020 (PDF) Opens a new window
2020
- MH 20 101: Capital Area Performance Payments 2020 (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 20 102: RTF Packet Attachment 8 (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 20 104: Change in Partial Hospitalization Unit Definition (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 20 100: RTF Bed Hold Update (PDF) Opens a new window
2018
2017
- MH 17 101: Eliminating the Distinction of Acute vs. Non-Acute Partial Hospitalization (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-19: Medicaid Enrollment of Ordering, Referring, and Prescribing Providers (PDF) Opens a new window
2016
- MH 16 101: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) Modifier (PDF) (Updated May 22, 2017) Opens a new window
- MH 16 100: New CPT Code 96127 Brief Emotional-Behavioral Assessment (PDF) Opens a new window
2015
2002 - 2014
- MH 14 100: Assertive Community Treatment Code Changes (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 103: Outpatient Codes for Initial Services BS Level in Standard (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-07: MH-OP Treatment Plan No Show v.2 (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-09: OP Treatment Plan Frequency v.2 (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-12: Physician Services In MH OP Clinics (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 11 100: Utilization of FBAs In a Partial Hospital Program (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 10 102: Addition of Interactive Telecommunications Modifier for Peer Support (PDF) Opens a new window per revised bulletin OMHSAS-09-07
- MH 10 105: Psychiatric Rehabilitation Coding Changes (PDF) Opens a new window
- MH 03 005: Medication Management and Psychotherapy as Stand-Alone Services (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 02 011: Medication Management and Partial Hospital Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
2024
- SU 24 103: CY 2025 ASAM Minimum Rates Implementation (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 24 102: H2036 Authorization Reminders for SUD 3.5 & 3.7 (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 24 101: SUD Discharge Planning Template (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 24 100: Certified Recovery Specialist (PDF) Opens a new window
2023
- SU 23 104: ASAM Minimum Rates Implementation (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 23 103: Coordinating Methadone and Other SU Services (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 23 102: SUD Co-Occurring Enhanced Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 23 101: Availability of Procedure Code 90846 (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 23 100: Methadone Unbundling Implementation (PDF) Opens a new window
2022
- SU 22 105: Best Practice Discharge Update (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 22 104: New Procedure Codes Effective July 1, 2022 (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 22 103: Change in SU Partial Hospitalization Unit Definition (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 22 102: ASAM Minimum Rates Implementation (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 22 101: Inpatient Withdrawal Management Notification of Admission Program (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 22 100: SU Intensive Outpatient Registration Change (PDF) Opens a new window
2021
- SU 21 102: Opioid Treatment Program Services for Dually Eligible Individuals (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 21 100: Medication Assisted Treatment in SU Programs (PDF) Opens a new window
- SA 21 101: ASAM Alignment and MAT Webinar (PDF) Opens a new window
2020
- SU 20 101: ASAM Alignment 3.5 Short-term vs. Long-term Non-Hospital Rehab (PDF) Opens a new window
- SU 20 102: Change in Statutory Treatment Limits (PDF) Opens a new window
- SUD 20 103: Opioid Treatment Programs Billing Medicare (PDF) Opens a new window
2018
- SA 18 101: Inpatient Withdrawal Management Notification of Admission (PDF) Opens a new window
- SA 18 100: DDAP Transition to American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) for Substance Use Disorder Levels of Care (PDF) Opens a new window
2016
2014
- AD 14 100: Verification of Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Inpatient Rehab Hospital Admission (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102: Change In Initial Assessment Continued Stay and Discharge (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102A: UM MH (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102B: UM SA (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 102C: MSS Bedsearch (PDF) Opens a new window
- AD 14 104: Change In UM Contact Process (PDF) Opens a new window
- PC-16: Lab Changes During Substance Abuse Treatment (PDF) Opens a new window
2013
2012
- SA 12 100: Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program Expectations (PDF) Opens a new window
Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon and Perry Counties - SA OP 12 103: Compliance Reminders (PDF) Opens a new window
Documentation and delivery substance abuse outpatient, methadone and suboxone services
2009
DHS notices, bulletins, and clarifications
- OMHSAS-24-05: Peer Support Services (PDF) Opens a new window December 20, 2024
- OMHSAS-24-04: Procedure for Waiver of OMHSAS Program Regulations and Standards (PDF) Opens a new window December 17, 2024
- Chapter 5240 Intensive Behavioral Health Services Compliance Guide (PDF) Opens a new window November 26, 2024
- Chapter 5210 Partial Hospitalization Regulatory Compliance Guide (PDF) Opens a new window November 26, 2024
- Chapter 5200 Psychiatric Outpatient Clinics Compliance Guide (PDF) Opens a new window November 1, 2024
- OMHSAS Street Medicine (PDF) Opens a new window October 1, 2023OMHSAS Opioid Centers of Excellence (PDF) Opens a new window July 13, 2023
- OMAP 01-23-18: Prior Authorization of Opioid Use Disorder Treatments (PDF) Opens a new window July 10, 2023
- OMHSAS-23-05: Confidentiality of Records Changes Due to ACT 32 of 2022 and Aligning with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (PDF) Opens a new window May 12, 2023
- OMHSAS-23-04: Mental Health Emergency Services: Applying the 120-Hour Timeframe for Emergency Involuntary Commitments — Revised (PDF) Opens a new window May 11, 2023
- OMHSAS-23-03: Aligning Co-Occurring Services with the American Society of Addiction Medicine Criteria (PDF) Opens a new window April 7, 2023
- OMHSAS Interim Telehealth Guidance (PDF) Opens a new window March 30, 2023
- OMHSAS-23-02: Emergency Services: 24/7 Call Centers (PDF) Opens a new window March 8, 2023
- OMHSAS-23-01: Act 65 of 2020: Consent to Mental Health Treatment for Minors (PDF) Opens a new window January 24, 2023
- OMHSAS-22-08: Peer Support Services-Revised (PDF) Opens a new window December 28, 2022
- OMHSAS-22-07: Emergency Involuntary Commitments — Revised (PDF) Opens a new window November 29, 2022
- OMHSAS-22-06: Revised Bulletin for Services to Older Adults (PDF) Opens a new window August 23, 2022
- OMHSAS-22-05: Use of ASAM Criteria for Substance Use Disorder in the MAP (PDF) Opens a new window July 28, 2022
- OMHSAS 22-04: Referring Children to the County Intellectual Disability and Autism Programs (PDF) Opens a new window July 12, 2022
- OMHSAS-22-03: Updated: One to One IBHS in a Licensed Location (PDF) Opens a new window June 24, 2022
- OMHSAS-22-02: Revised Guidelines for Delivery of Behavioral Health Services Through Telehealth (PDF) Opens a new window July 1, 2022
- OMHSAS Telehealth FAQs (PDF) Opens a new window August 16, 2022
- OMHSAS-21-09: Guidelines for the Delivery of Behavioral Health Services Through Telehealth (PDF) Opens a new window September 30, 2021
- OMHSAS Telehealth FAQs (PDF) Opens a new window October 29, 2021
- OMHSAS-21-06: Opioid Treatment Program Services for Dually Eligible Individuals (PDF) Opens a new window August 16, 2021
- OMHSAS-21-05: Contracted Delegate Services (PDF) Opens a new window July 1, 2021
- OMHSAS 21-04: Procedure for Providing a Specialized Behavioral Health Treatment Program in Community Residential Rehabilitation Host Home Settings (PDF) Opens a new window March 30, 2021
- OMHSAS 21-01: Obsolete Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS) Bulletins (PDF) Opens a new window March 30, 2021
- OMHSAS-20-04: Payment for IBHS Prior to Licensure (PDF) Opens a new window May 12, 2020
- OMHSAS-20-04: Payment for IBHS Prior to Licensure Attachment (PDF) Opens a new window — Final May 21, 2020
- OMHSAS-20-02: Guidelines for the Use of Telehealth in the Delivery of Behavioral Health Services (PDF) Opens a new window February 20, 2020
- 20-20-02 Attachment B: Attestation Form (PDF) Opens a new window
- DHS 99-17-11: Limited English Proficiency Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window August 11, 2017
- OMAP 99-17-02: Submission of Claims that Require the National Provider Identifier (NPI) of a Medical Assistance Enrolled Ordering, Referring or Prescribing Provider (PDF) Opens a new window January 30, 2017
- OMAP 99-16-04: Enrollment of Co-Located Providers (PDF) Opens a new window May 31, 2016
- OMHSAS-16-06: Payment for Room and Board when Services are Provided by a CARF or COA Accredited Residential Treatment Facility (PDF) Opens a new window May 16, 2016
- OMHSAS-16-03: Revised Procedure for Waiver of Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Program Regulations and Standards (PDF) Opens a new window April 19, 2016
- OMAP PowerPoint on Health IT Initiative Update on Behavioral Health Opportunities (PDF) Opens a new window April 1, 2016
- DHS FQHC / RHC Prospective Payment System (PPS) FAQ (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 16-01: Mental Health Emergency Services Guidelines (PDF) Opens a new window January 8, 2016
- DHS 01-15-28 Provider Preventable Conditions (PDF) Opens a new window September 1, 2015
- DHS Mandatory Reporting Requirements covered by Adult Protective Services Act (PDF) Opens a new window April 8, 2015
- DPW Adult Protective Services (APS) Letter (PDF) Opens a new window May 26, 2015
- OMHSAS 14-04: DSM Fifth Edition (PDF) Opens a new window September 5, 2014
- OMHSAS 14-03: Affordable Care Act (ACA) Provider Re-Enrollment for Behavioral Health Providers (PDF) Opens a new window August 1, 2014
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 03-14-02: BHMCO Attestation Form (PDF) Opens a new window March 10, 2014
- OMAP 99-14-01: Re-enrollment/Revalidation of Medical Assistance (MA) Providers (PDF) Opens a new window March 7, 2014
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 01-14-01: Group Services in Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) (PDF) Opens a new window January 15, 2014
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 01-14-01: Diagnostic Lab Payment in D&A Clinics (PDF) Opens a new window January 15, 2014
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 06-13-01: Nurse Billing E&M Code (PDF) Opens a new window June 17, 2013
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 02-13: Pharmacologic Management (PDF) Opens a new window February 14, 2013
- OMHSAS 13-01: Targeted Case Management (TCM) Travel Transportation Guidelines (PDF) Opens a new window January 18, 2013
- OMAP 99-12-12: Updates to National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) (PDF) Opens a new window October 26, 2012
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 04-12: Crisis Residential Services (PDF) Opens a new window August 9, 2012
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 02-12: Retroactive Provider Rate Adjustment Policy (PDF) Opens a new window March 18, 2012
- OMAP 99-12-03: Updates to Medical Assistance Co-payment Policy (PDF) Opens a new window April 16, 2012
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 01-12: Transportation for Psych Rehab Services (PDF) Opens a new window January 24, 2012
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 03-11: Alternative Payment Arrangements (PDF) Opens a new window November 18, 2011
- OMAP 99-11-10: National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) Announcement (PDF) Opens a new window November 10, 2011
- OMAP 99-11-05: Provider Screening of Employees (PDF) Opens a new window August 15, 2011
- OMHSAS Use of Safe Physical Management and Time Outs (PDF) Opens a new window July 6, 2011
- OMHSAS 11-01: Non-Discrimination Toward LGBTQI (PDF) Opens a new window January 7, 2011
- OMHSAS 10-03: Blended Case Management (BCM) Revised (PDF) Opens a new window June 14, 2010
- OMHSAS 10-03: Definitions Attachment A (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 10-03: Services for severely emotional disturbance disorders Appendix A (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 10-03: Community Support Values and Principles Appendix B (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 10-03: Fiscal Issues Attachment B (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 10-03: Provider Enrollment Attachment C (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 10-03: Recovery Principles Appendix C (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS 10-03: Blended Case Mgmt Guidelines Attachment D (PDF) Opens a new window
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 01-10: Payment for Room & Board in Non-Hospital D&A Facilities (PDF) Opens a new window February 25, 2010
- DPW 3800-09-02: Prone Restraints in Children's Facilities (PDF) Opens a new window December 19, 2009
- DPW 3800-09-01: Strategies and Practices to Eliminate Unnecessary Restraints (PDF) Opens a new window December 19, 2009
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 07-09: Payment for Drug and Alcohol Outpatient Services (PDF) Opens a new window October 13, 2009
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 05-09: Crisis Intervention vs Emergency Services (PDF) Opens a new window February 10, 2009
- OMHSAS 09-04: Family Involvement with Youth in RTF (PDF) Opens a new window June 15, 2009
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 08-09: Timeframe for Psych Evals for RTF Admission (PDF) Opens a new window October 20, 2008
- OMHSAS 08-03: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) (PDF) Opens a new window September 2, 2008
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 02-07 : Adverse Incident Reporting (PDF) Opens a new window October 5, 2007
- DPW 09-05-16: Clarification of Enrollment Policy for CRNPs (PDF) Opens a new window December 16, 2005
- DPW 28-04-01: Methadone Take-Home Services (PDF) Opens a new window February 1, 2004
- DPW 99-02-13: The Bureau of Program Integrity and the Medical Assistance Provider Self-Audit Protocol (PDF) Opens a new window December 2, 2002
- DPW 01-02-11: RTF Services Provided in a Secure Setting (PDF) Opens a new window October 1, 2002
- OMHSAS 02-01: The Use of Seclusion and Restraint in MH Facilities and Programs (PDF) Opens a new window April 8, 2002
- OMHSAS Policy Clarification 16-02: TPL Issues (PDF) Opens a new window March 30, 2002
- DPW 29-02-03: Medical Record Keeping Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window March 21, 2002
- OMHSAS Q&A 3-96-198: Non-Participating Providers allowed to Balance Bill (PDF) Opens a new window June 19, 2000
- OMHSAS Q&A 3-96-199: Definable Compensable Services (PDF) Opens a new window June 19, 2000
- OMHSAS Q&A 3-96-195: Bypass Primary Payer (PDF) Opens a new window May 8, 2000
- DPW 01-98-19: Clozapine Support Services (PDF) Opens a new window December 29, 1998
- DPW 01-95-13: Updated JCAHO Accredited RTF Services (PDF) Opens a new window September 8, 1995
- DPW 01-95-01: Signature Requirements (PDF) Opens a new window January 2, 1995
- 99-89-05: DPW Bulletin Signature Requirements and Encounter Form (PDF) Opens a new window
May 26, 1989
- 99-89-05 Attachment 01: Encounter Form (PDF) Opens a new window