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PA Health Policy Update for November 17

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from November 13 – 17.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.) 

General AssemblyHouse Chamber of the State House

The state House of Representatives and Senate convened for voting session this week. Following is an overview of selected health-related legislative activity.

  • The House of Representatives unanimously passed Senate Bill 500, which provides Medicaid coverage for pasteurized donor human milk, as amended. The Senate subsequently concurred with the House amendments and sent it to the governor’s desk.
  • The Senate unanimously passed House Bill 507, which requires health care providers to obtain informed consent, both verbal and written, before performing a pelvic examination, a rectal examination, or a prostate examination while the patient is anesthetized or unconscious. The House subsequently concurred with the Senate amendments and sent it to the governor’s desk.
  • The Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 668, which permits certified nurse aides to become certified medication aides (CMA) in long-term care facilities, assisted living residences, and personal care homes. Following Senate passage the bill was received in the House and referred to the Health Committee.
  • The House Human Services Committee held a meeting on Monday, November 15 and favorably reported House Bill 1650, which authorizes the establishment of a grant program for recovery houses, and House Bill 1690, which establishes a public awareness campaign about the growing threat of Xylazine.
  • The House Health Committee held a meeting on Wednesday, November 15 and favorably reported House Bill 1657, which eliminates exemptions in the state’s Clean Indoor Air Act and expands the definition of smoking to include e-cigarettes, and Senate Bill 414, which authorizes the establishment of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) programs by hospitals, mandates the creation of a comprehensive list of such programs, and authorizes a grant program to establish and support SANE services.

Department of Human Services

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) has updated its calendar of mailing dates for Remittance Advices and corresponding electronic transfers and checks through December. Find the updated calendar here.
  • DHS has announced it will add sexually transmitted infection (STI) test kits for at-home specimen collection to the Medical Assistance (MA) Program fee schedule, effective with dates of services on and after December 1, 2023. Find additional information in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

Department of Health 

The Department of Health is soliciting applications from hospitals and health systems for up to $325,000 in grant funding to support care navigators in emergency departments as part of the Pennsylvania Substance Use Navigation Program. One grantee will be selected in each of four regions, based on the location of the emergency department where care will be provided, and funds can be used to build and implement health system-wide clinical capacity to screen, diagnose, and support longitudinal care for opioid use disorder and stimulant use disorder and support recovery for adults and adolescents. The RFA closes on January 16, 2024.

In anticipation of the holiday season, DOH has issued vital safety tips to avoid holiday accidents. On behalf of DeBrunner & Associates, we hope you don’t burn the turkey and wish you a very happy Thanksgiving. 

Medicaid Continuous Coverage Unwinding

DHS is maintaining an online dashboard with Medicaid continuous coverage unwinding data. The data on this dashboard tracks the renewal process by county and zip code. Additional updates and resources about the Medicaid eligibility renewal process may be found here.

DHS has published the following resources to help providers educate patients about Medicaid renewals and what to do if they are no longer eligible for Medicaid.

Stakeholder Events 

DOH – HIV Community Prevention Planning Committee – November 29

The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Community Prevention Planning Committee will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, November 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be conducted in person and virtually. Find additional information and details on how to participate in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice. 

Patient Safety Authority – December 7

The Patient Safety Authority will hold a public board meeting on Thursday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually. Find additional information and details on how to participate in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

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PA Health Policy Update for September 1

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from August 28 – September 1.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.)

Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Update 

The state Senate convened for voting session Wednesday, August 30 and passed the remaining legislative piece of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 budget – the Fiscal Code. House Bill 1300, which passed by a vote of 29-18, will now be sent to the House of Representative for consideration. A Fiscal Note outlining the provisions contained in the legislation can be found here. The Fiscal Code advanced by the Senate is not agreed to by House Democratic leaders and the House is currently not scheduled to return to Harrisburg until September 26. 

General Assembly

The House Commerce Committee will hold an informational hearing Wednesday, September 6 at 11:00am on HB 1201, which addresses consumer rights for the sharing of personal data by certain businesses and provides the Attorney General with enforcement authority. The legislation includes several exemptions from the provisions of the act including several health-related exclusions in compliance with HIPAA standards. The informational hearing will be held in Room 515 of the Irvis Office Building and will be livestreamed here.

The House Republican Policy Committee will hold a public hearing Thursday, September 7 at 10:00am on “Addressing the Mental Health Needs of Rural Communities.” The hearing will be held at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport and will be live streamed here. 

Department of Human Services 

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) has issued a Medical Assistance Bulletin advising providers of updates to the Medical Assistance (MA) program fee schedule as a result of the 2023 Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) updates. DHS is also adding other procedure codes and making changes to procedure codes currently on the MA program fee schedule. These changes are effective for dates of service on and after September 5, 2023.
  • DHS has published Provider Quick Tip #268 to remind prescribers and providers that certain procedure codes and modifier combinations require prior authorization.
  • DHS has issued a Medical Assistance Bulletin with updates to the Family Planning Services program fee schedule, which are a result of the 2023 HCPCS updates.

Department of Health 

The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a Health Advisory (PAHAN – 716) regarding respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The advisory provides important information about recommended monoclonal antibodies and recently approved vaccines for RSV. 

Medicaid Continuous Coverage Unwinding 

DHS is maintaining an online dashboard with Medicaid continuous coverage unwinding data. The data on this dashboard tracks the renewal process by county and zip code. Additional updates and resources about the Medicaid eligibility renewal process may be found here.

DHS has published the following resources to help providers educate patients about Medicaid renewals and what to do if they are no longer eligible for Medicaid.

Stakeholder Events

Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council – September 7

The Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PHC4) will hold a meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2023. The public is invited to participate. Contact rgreenawalt@phc4.org for participation instructions. 

DOH – HIV Community Prevention Planning Committee – September 20

The state-wide Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Community Prevention Planning Committee will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, September 20 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in person. Participants can also access the meeting virtually. Find additional details in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

Patient Safety Authority – September 21

The Patient Safety Authority will hold a board meeting on Thursday, September 21 at 1:00 p.m. Find additional details and instructions on how to participate in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

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PA Health Policy Update for June 16

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from June 12 – 16.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.) 

Medicaid Continuous Coverage Unwinding 

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is maintaining an online dashboard with Medicaid continuous coverage unwinding data. The data on this dashboard tracks the renewal process by county and zip code. Additional updates and resources about the Medicaid eligibility renewal process may be found here.

U.S. Health & Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra has sent a letter to governors urging states to adopt all options that HHS has offered to help eligible individuals and families maintain their health coverage during the redetermination process and leverage all partners to support individuals and families to complete renewal forms. 

Governor Shapiro

Governor Shapiro signed House Bill 739 (Act 2 of 2023) into law on Wednesday. Act 2 creates new cyber security-related requirements for health insurers and allows the Insurance Commissioner to adopt National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Valuation Manual exemptions by notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin. 

General Assembly

The state House returned to Harrisburg for voting session Monday, June 12. The following are selected health-related proceedings.

  • The House Insurance Committee held a voting meeting Monday, June 12 at 11:00am to consider HB 1050, requiring health insurers to cover preventive health care services without cost-sharing. The bill was reported as amended. A recording of the meeting can be viewed here. The Insurance Committee was expected reconvene on Wednesday, June 14 to consider HB 1140; however, the meeting was cancelled.
  • The House Health Committee held a voting meeting Wednesday, June 14 to consider the following bills:
    • HB 78, establishing the Medical Debt Relief Program. The bill was reported as amended by a vote of 18-3.
    • HB 807, providing for perimenopause and menopause education. The bill was reported as committed by a vote of 20-1.
    • HB 817, amends the Pharmacy Act to provide education on drug take back programs. The bill was reported as committed by a vote of 20-1
    • HB 818, creates the Pharmaceutical Collection Sites Educational Program within the Department of State. The bill was reported as amended by a vote of 18-2.
    • HB 1209 and HB 1407, add two enforcement mechanisms to the Tobacco Product Manufacturer Directory Act and the Tobacco Settlement Agreement Act, which resolved legal claims between the commonwealth and participating manufacturers relating to health care costs for treating smoking-related illnesses. The bills were unanimously reported as committed.
    • HB 1351, which makes changes to the Pennsylvania Rural Health Redesign Center Authority (RHRCA) Act, including financing of the authority and board membership.
    • SB 262, amends the Maternal Mortality Review Act to would add “severe maternal morbidity” to the list of reportable events within the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The bill was unanimously reported as committed.

A recording of the meeting can be viewed here. 

The Senate will return to Harrisburg Monday, June 19 and the House will return Tuesday, June 20 for voting session. The following are selected health-related proceedings.

  • The Senate Health & Human Services Committee will hold a voting meeting on Tuesday, June 20 at 10:30 a.m. to consider the following bills.
    • SB 683, which require an acute-care hospital to include testing for fentanyl if the hospital conducts a urine drug screening to assist in the diagnosis of a patient’s condition.
    • SB 768, which makes changes to the Pennsylvania Rural Health Redesign Center Authority (RHRCA) Act, including financing of the authority and board membership.
    • SB 817, which creates a primary care workforce initiative for our Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs).
  • Immediately following, the Senate Health & Human Services Committee will hold a public hearing to consider the nomination of Dr. Latika Davis-Jones for Secretary of the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP).

Both meetings will be held in Room 8E-A East Wing and will be live streamed here. 

Department of Health 

The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a Health Advisory (2023 – PAHAN – 704) notifying providers of an anticipated increase in Legionellosis cases due to seasonality.

Department of Human Services

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) has shared the agenda for the June 22 Medical Assistance Advisory Committee (MAAC) meeting. In advance of the meeting, DHS has also shared the public input it received regarding the Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board prior authorization guideline briefing documents discussed at the May 25 meeting.
  • DHS has issued a Medical Assistance Bulletin informing providers the department has rescinded the statement of policy codified at § 1101.51a, which clarified the term “within a provider’s office” and updated the process for the enrollment or revalidation of providers that are in co-located arrangements. Effective January 14, 2023, providers who are in co-location arrangements no longer need to complete the attestation form during enrollment or revalidation in the MA Program.
  • The Executive Board approved a reorganization of DHS. Additional information and a revised organizational chart is available in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • DHS has announced the addition of a procedure code to the Medical Assistance (MA) Program Fee Schedule for the administration of an additional bivalent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by Pfizer, Inc. The effective date and MA Fee for the code is indicated in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice. 

Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs 

The Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has issued Licensing Alert 04-2023 to provide clarification on how to calculate client to counselor ratios for inpatient, non-hospital treatment and rehabilitation facilities for regulatory compliance. 

Department of Aging 

The Department of Aging held its first regional town hall in southeastern Pennsylvania to seek input on Pennsylvania’s Master Plan for Older Adults, which will be a 10-year, state-led strategic plan designed to transform the infrastructure and coordination of services for older Pennsylvanians. Governor Shapiro’s executive order directing the department to develop the plan is available here. 

Stakeholder Events

DHS – Medical Assistance Advisory Committee Meeting – June 22

The Medical Assistance Advisory Committee (MAAC) will meet on June 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Individuals interested in participating may register here. 

DOH – Medical Marijuana Advisory Board – June 28

The Medical Marijuana Advisory Board will meet on June 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to discuss Medical Marijuana Program updates. Find additional information and details on how to participate in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

PID – 1332 Waiver Reinsurance Program Public Forum – June 28

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) has announced it is accepting public comment on its 1332 State Innovation Waiver Reinsurance Program beginning June 1 and ending June 30. PID will also hold an in-person forum for public comment on Thursday, June 28 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Find additional information and details on how to participate in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

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PA Health Policy Update for May 26

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from May 22 – 26.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.) 

Medicaid Continuous Coverage Unwinding 

The Department of Human Services (DHS) has updated its online dashboard with Medicaid continuous coverage unwinding data. The data on this dashboard tracks the renewal process by county and zip code. Additional updates and resources about the Medicaid eligibility renewal process may be found here. 

Governor Shapiro

On Thursday Governor Shapiro signed Executive Order 2023-09 directing the Department of Aging to prepare and develop a Master Plan for Older Adults, which will serve as a 10-year roadmap to meet the needs of Pennsylvania’s senior population and improve commonwealth services for older Pennsylvanians. Find additional information in this press release issued by the governor’s office. 

General Assembly 

The state House returned to Harrisburg for voting session Monday, May 22. The following are selected health-related proceedings.

  • The House Health Committee held a voting meeting Monday, May 22 to consider, among several resolutions, HB 1131 sponsored by Representative Lisa Borowski, which would remove the requirement for counties to operate state health centers in counties establishing their own local health departments. The bill was unanimously reported as committed. A recording of the meeting can be viewed here.
  • The House Human Services Committee held a voting meeting Tuesday, May 23 to consider, HB 849 sponsored by Representative Mike Schlossberg, to allocate funding for the Behavioral Health Commission on Adult Mental Health’s recommendations for funding, and HB 931 sponsored by Representative Eddie Day Pashinski, to establish the Kinship Care Legal Assistance Grant Program, which was reported as amended. HB 849 was reported as amended and the amended text can be found here. A recording of the meeting can be viewed here.

The state House and Senate will return to Harrisburg for voting session Monday, June 5. The following are selected health-related proceedings.

  • The House Human Services Committee will hold a joint hearing with the House Veteran Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee Monday, June 5 on the next generation of emergency and mental health response. The hearing will be held at 10:30am in Room 140 of the Main Capitol and will be live streamed here.
  • The House Health Committee will hold a voting meeting Tuesday June 6 to consider HB 106, the Patient Safety Act, which sets nursing staffing ratios and HB 754, which provides a standard notice to each nursing home resident and their designated representatives at the time of their admission into a nursing home facility that they have the option of having legal representation to assist with the application for Medicaid benefits. The meeting will be held at 10:00am in Room 205 of the Ryan Office Building and will be live streamed here.
  • The Senate Health and Human Services Committee will hold a public hearing Tuesday, June 6 on Pennsylvania’s EMS crisis and long-term sustainability. The hearing will be held in Room 8E-A East Wing and will be live streamed here. 

Department of Health 

The Department of Health has issued a Health Advisory (2023 – PAHAN – 697) with information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding an outbreak of suspected fungal meningitis among U.S. patients hospitalized in Texas. 

Department of Human Services

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced the addition of certain procedure codes to the Medical Assistance (MA) program fee schedule for the administration of additional bivalent doses of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccines manufactured by Moderna and Pfizer. Find additional information in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • DHS has announced updates to the MA program fee schedule for evaluation and management (E&M) procedure codes, including making adjustments to the fees for some procedure codes. These updates are effective for dates of service on and after June 1, 2023. Find additional information in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • DHS has announced the addition of procedure codes G0312 and G0315 to the MA program fee schedule for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) and novel coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine counseling only visits. Find additional information in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • Materials from the May 24 meeting of the Consumer Subcommittee of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee viewed here.
  • Materials from the May 25 meeting of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee meeting may be viewed here. 

Independent Fiscal Office 

The Independent Fiscal Office (IFO) released its initial revenue estimate for FY 2023-2024. The IFO estimates General Fund revenues of $45.292 billion for FY 2023-2024, which is a 1.3 percent increase over the current fiscal year. Find the report and corresponding presentation here.  

Independent Regulatory Review Commission 

The Independent Regulatory Review Commission posted the following final regulations for public comment.

Stakeholder Events

PID – 1332 Waiver Reinsurance Program Public Forum – June 28

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) has announced it is accepting public comment on its 1332 State Innovation Waiver Reinsurance Program beginning June 1 and ending June 30. PID will also hold an in-person forum for public comment on Thursday, June 28 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Find additional information and details on how to participate in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

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PA Health Policy Update for April 28

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from April 24 -28.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.) 

Medicaid Eligibility Redetermination 

Medicaid unwinding has officially begun, and recipients will begin to receive their renewal packets and additional communications from the Department of Human Services 90 days prior to their individual renewal date. Individuals can view their renewal dates in COMPASS and can begin the renewal application online up to 60 days early. Additional updates and resources about the Medicaid eligibility renewal process may be found here. 

General Assembly

  • The state House and Senate returned to Harrisburg on April 24 for voting session. Below is coverage of selected health-related committee proceedings.
    • The Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee held a public hearing Monday, April 24 at 10:00am on professional licensing delays in health care. A recording of the hearing can be viewed here.
    • The House Insurance Committee held a voting meeting on Monday, April 24 to consider, among other bills, SB 8 which requires insurers to cover all costs associated with genetic counseling and genetic testing for the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutation if a person is diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer or has a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, and also requires insurers to cover all costs associated with a supplemental breast screening by MRI or Ultrasound for women at increased risk of breast cancer. The bill advanced from committee and received a unanimous vote on final passage in the House.  SB 8 will move to the Governor’s desk for his consideration upon signature in the Senate.
    • The Senate Veteran Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee held a voting meeting to consider SB 81, which codifies the ability for EMS providers to leave a dose of Naloxone with an on-scene caregiver. The bill now moves to the full Senate for consideration. A recording of the meeting can be viewed here.
    • The House Health Committee held an informational meeting Wednesday, April 26 on unregulated intoxicants and psychoactive substances. A recording of the hearing can be viewed  here.
    • The House Human Services Committee held a voting meeting Wednesday, April 26 to consider the following bills.
      • HB 409, which would establish a mental health care services clearinghouse. The bill was reported without amendment.
      • HB 754, which would provide a standard notice to each nursing home resident and their designated representatives at the time of their admission that they have the option of having legal representation to assist with the application for Medicaid benefits. The bill was re-referred to the House Health Committee.

A recording of the meeting can be viewed here.

    • The House Professional Licensure Committee held an informational meeting on the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. A recording of the meeting can be viewed here.
  • The state House and Senate will return to Harrisburg for voting session Monday, May 1. Following are selected health-related proceedings.
    • The House Health Committee will hold a public hearing Tuesday, May 2 at 9:30am on HB 106, the Patient Safety Act, which sets nursing ratios. The hearing will be held in Room 523 of the Irvis Office Building and can be live streamed here.
    • The Senate Health and Human Services Committee is holding a voting meeting on Tuesday, May 2 at 11:00 to consider among other bills:
      • SB 100, Establishing the Lyme Disease and Related Tick-Borne Illness Diagnosis and Treatment Act.
      • SB 262, Amends the Maternal Mortality Review Committee Act regarding reportable events.
      • SB 414, Expanding access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE).
      • SB 500, Provides for Medicaid Coverage for Pasteurized Donor Human Milk.
      • SB 549, Requires consent for pelvic, rectal, and prostate exams.
      • SB 555, Reducing the loaded mileage requirements for EMS Medicaid reimbursement.

The meeting will be held in Room 8E of the East Wing and will be livestreamed here. 

Department of Health 

The Department of Health issued a Health Alert (PAHAN – 693-04-28) with updated recommendations regarding the Monovalent and Bivalent mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.

Department of Human Services

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) issued a press release highlighting how the Shapiro administration has reduced the backlog for Medicaid provider enrollment from 34,682 applicants waiting more than 30 days to less than 8,500. The press release notes the backlog has been reduced by 75 percent in the administration’s first 100 days.
  • DHS has issued Provider Quick Tip (#263) with an update notifying providers that the electronic submission process for Office of Medical Assistance Fee-for-Service (FFS) and the Office of Long Term Living’s 180-day exception requests and other claims requiring documentation is available in the PROMISe Portal.

Stakeholder Events

PHC4 –Executive Committee & Council Meeting – May 4

The Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PHC4) has scheduled an executive committee meeting at 9:30 a.m. and a council meeting at 10:00 a.m. on May 4, 2023. Go here for additional information and details on how to register to participate.

DHS – Managed Long-Term Services and Supports Subcommittee – May 12

The Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Friday, May 12 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Department of Education Building’s Honors Suite, 1st floor, at 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, or via webinar. You may register for the webinar here.

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PA Health Policy Update for April 21

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from April 17 -21.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.) 

Governor Shapiro

Governor Shapiro announced this week his administration submitted a notice of intent to temporarily add xylazine, commonly known as “tranq,” to the list of schedule III drugs under Pennsylvania’s Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act. This step is an effort to limit access to xylazine, which is increasingly being found in Pennsylvania’s illicit drug trade. The administration also intends to schedule nitazenes, a class of synthetic opioids, as a schedule I drug. 

General Assembly

  • The House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee held an informational hearing Thursday, April 20 on The State Master Plan on Aging. A recording of the hearing can be viewed here.
  • The House Children and Youth Committee held a public hearing Thursday, April 20 on overcrowding in Pennsylvania’s Juvenile Detention Facilities. A recording of the hearing can be viewed here.
  • The state House and Senate will return to Harrisburg on Monday, April 24 for voting session. Following are selected health-related committee proceedings.
    • The Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee will hold a public hearing Monday, April 24 at 10:00am on professional licensing delays in health care. The hearing will be held in Hearing Room 1 of the North Office Building and will be livestreamed here.
    • The House Insurance Committee will hold a voting meeting on Monday, April 24 at 11:00 a.m. to consider among other bills, SB 8 which requires insurers to cover all costs associated for genetic counseling and genetic testing for the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutation if a person is diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer or has a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, and also requires insurers to cover all costs associated with a supplemental breast screening by MRI or Ultrasound for women at increased risk of breast cancer. The meeting will be held in Room B31 of the Main Capitol and will be livestreamed here.
    • The House Health Committee will hold an informational meeting Wednesday, April 26 at 9:00 a.m. on unregulated intoxicants and psychoactive substances. The hearing will be held in Room G-50 of the Irvis Office Building and will be livestreamed here.
    • The House Human Services Committee will hold a voting meeting Wednesday, April 26 at 9:15 a.m. to consider the following bills.
      • HB 409, which would establish a mental health care services clearinghouse.
      • HB 754, which would provide a standard notice to each nursing home resident and their designated representatives at the time of their admission that they have the option of having legal representation to assist with the application for Medicaid benefits.

The meeting will be held in Room 523 of the Irvis Office Building and will be livestreamed here.

    • The House Professional Licensure Committee will hold an informational meeting April 26 at 10:00am on the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. The hearing will be held in Room 140 of the Main Capitol and will be livestreamed here.

Department of Health

  • DOH reminded long-term care facilities that the obligation to report COVID-19 cases and deaths through the ERS will continue beyond the end of the federal PHE on May 11. These records are reportable within 24 hours of diagnosis. Only new cases should be reported and positive cases that later result in death should be amended rather than entered as a new data record.  Find details on the reporting process here.
  • DOH encouraged nursing care facilities to make every effort to help temporary nurse aides to schedule and complete the required exams to become permanent certified nurse aides as soon as possible. When the federal PHE ends on May 11, candidates will have four months to complete the required testing as long as they are enrolled in an Approved Nurse Aide Training Program and candidates may continue to work in facilities while they complete the training program. Information on preparing and scheduling tests can be found here.   

Department of Human Services

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) released the agenda for the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee’s (MAAC) April 27 meeting. In advance of the meeting, DHS also issued a briefing document outlining proposed changes and clarifications to the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
  • DHS issued proposed regulations to strengthen and clarify the Adult Protective Services Act (Act 70). Implementation of Act 70 began in 2015 but has operated under agency guidance and contract amendments rather than formal regulation. Find additional information and the proposed regulations in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • DHS has updated its calendar of mailing dates for Remittance Advices and corresponding electronic transfers and checks into late May.  Find the updated calendar here. 

Insurance Department

The Insurance Department issued a request for comments on a proposal to suspend the reinsurance program for the state-based insurance exchange, PENNIE®, and potentially replace it with a possible “state subsidy wrap.” Additional information on the proposal and details on how to comment may be found in this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice. 

Office of the Attorney General 

Attorney General Michelle Henry joined a coalition of seventeen other Attorneys General submitting a letter in support of the Federal Trade Commission’s proposal to prevent businesses from having employees sign non-compete agreements as a condition of employment. Find additional information in this press release. 

Independent Regulatory Review Commission

The Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) released the agenda for its May 18 meeting. Following are certain health-related regulations IRRC will consider.

Stakeholder Events

DHS – Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board – April 26

The DUR Board will meet Wednesday, April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate. 

DHS – Medical Assistance Consumer Subcommittee – April 26

The Consumer Subcommittee of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on April 26, 2023, at 1:00 pm. Go here to register to participate. 

DHS – Medical Assistance Advisory Committee – April 27

The Medical Assistance Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, April 27 at 10:00 a.m.  Go here to register to participate.

Patient Safety Authority – April 27

The Patient Safety Authority’s board will meet virtually on Thursday, April 27 at 1:00 p.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate.

DHS – Managed Long-Term Services and Supports Subcommittee – May 12

The Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Friday, May 12 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Department of Education Building’s Honors Suite, 1st floor, at 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, or via webinar. You may register for the webinar here.

DDAP – Xylazine: A New Drug Additive – June 12

The Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs (DDAP) will host two additional sessions of “Xylazine: A New Drug Additive,” presented by Savage Sisters Recovery, in Harrisburg on June 12, 2023. Please visit the Training Management System for details and to register.

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PA Health Policy Update for April 7

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from April 3 to April 7.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.)  

General Assembly

  • The House and Senate Appropriations Committees will resume budget hearings next week. 
    • On Tuesday, April 11 at 10:00 a.m., the Department of Human Services will appear before the House Appropriations Committee. The hearing will be held in the House chamber and will also be live streamed here.   
    • On Wednesday, April 12 at 9:30 a.m., the Department of Human Services will appear before the Senate Appropriations Committee. The hearing will be held in Hearing Room 1 of the North Office Building and will also be live streamed here.  
    • On Thursday, April 13 at 9:30 a.m., the Department of Health will appear before the Senate Appropriations Committee. The hearing will be held in Hearing Room 1 of the North Office Building and will also be live streamed here.   
    • A complete schedule for the House Appropriations Committee can be viewed here and a complete schedule for the Senate Appropriations Committee can be found here.  
  • The House Health Committee will hold an informational hearing Wednesday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m. on prescription drug affordability boards. The hearing will be held in in Room 205 of the Ryan Office Building and will be live streamed here. 
  • The House Democratic Policy Committee will hold a public hearing Thursday, April 13 at 12:00 p.m. on black maternal health. The hearing will be held in Room G-50 of the Irvis Office Building and will be live streamed here. 
  • The House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee will hold an informational hearing Thursday, April 13 at 1:00 p.m. on PACE/PACENET, the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman and AARP. The hearing will be held in Room 515 of the Irvis Office Building and will be live streamed here.
  • The state House and Senate are currently recessed.  They will return to Harrisburg on Monday, April 24 following the conclusion of budget hearings. 

Department of Health 

  • The Department of Health (DOH) published the Pennsylvania State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) that outlines goals, objectives, and strategies to improve the health of Pennsylvania residents over the next five years. The 2023-2028 SHIP was developed in collaboration with the Healthy Pennsylvania Partnership, which is made up of nearly 300 health care professionals, associations, health systems, health and human services organizations, community collaborations, local public health agencies, and government agencies. 
  • DOH issued a health update reminding healthcare facilities, providers, and laboratories to have heightened awareness for C. auris in their patients and updating a previous alert with information on new confirmed cases in Cumberland, Erie, and Monroe counties.  C. auris has been detected in ventilator-capable skilled nursing facilities, long-term acute care hospitals, and acute care hospitals since the current outbreak began in March 2020.  Find more information in this Health Update.  
  • DOH has alerted providers and laboratories to current outbreaks of Marburg virus in Tanzania and Equatorial Guinea and recommends they consider Marburg virus in patients with recent travel to those areas.  Find details in the Health Alert here.  

Department of Human Services   

  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) announced the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) approved the Office of Long-Term Living’s (OLTL) Community HealthChoices (CHC) waiver amendment, which took effect April 1, 2023. Changes in the approved waiver include benefits counseling, home health aide services, nursing services, and occupational, physical, and speech and language therapy services. The current approved CHC Waiver can be found here. 
  • OLTL released a transition plan to phase out temporary changes to the CHC 1915(c) Waiver. Effective May 11, 2023, OLTL will phase out its emergency flexibilities to coincide with the end of the federal Public Health Emergency. 
  • DHS announced CMS has approved OLTL’s OBRA Waiver amendment, which took effect April 1, 2023, for home and community-based services. The current OBRA Waiver can be viewed here.
  • The Department of Human Services (DHS) issued a Medical Assistance Bulletin to notify dental providers enrolled in the Medical Assistance program that DHS will begin accepting the 2019 American Dental Association (ADA) Claim Form upon issuance of this bulletin and will no longer accept the 2012 ADA Claim Form for dates of service on and after June 1, 2023.
  • DHS released a Provider Quick Tip (#263) notifying providers about an electronic submission process for FFS 180-day exception requests and other claims requiring documentation will soon be available in the Promise Portal. 

Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs 

The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and DHS jointly issued a bulletin to update the guidance in OMHSAS bulletin 06-03 dated February 10, 2006. This bulletin includes the definitions of co-occurring capable and co-occurring enhanced programs as set forth in The ASAM Criteria. The information may be used to assist SCAs, BH-MCOs, and treatment providers in identifying co-occurring capable and co-occurring enhanced programs and in referring individuals to those programs.  

Revenue Collection Update  

The Department of Revenue announced Pennsylvania collected $6.2 billion in General Fund revenue in March, which was $499.4 million, or 8.8 percent, more than anticipated. Fiscal year-to-date General Fund collections total $32.3 billion, which is $1.1 billion, or 3.7 percent, above estimate.  

Around the State   

WHYY reported about the end of continuous Medicaid enrollment, beginning April 1, 2023, and how individuals can prepare for renewals.   

The Erie Times-News published an article about the drug-resistant fungus, Candida auris, which was found in a patient at a health care facility in Erie County.    

Stakeholder Events  

PHC4 – Data Systems Committee – April 10 

The Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PHC4) has scheduled a Data Systems Committee meeting on April 10 at 10:00 a.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate.   

DOH – State Child Death Review Team – April 20 

The State Child Death Review (CDR) Team will hold a public meeting on Thursday, April 20 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate.  

DOH – Renal Disease Advisory Committee – April 21 

The Renal Disease Advisory Committee will hold its quarterly public meeting on Friday, April 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate.  

DHS – Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board – April 26 

The DUR Board will meet Wednesday, April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate.  

DHS – Medical Assistance Consumer Subcommittee – April 26 

The Consumer Subcommittee of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on April 26, 2023, at 1:00 pm. Go here to register to participate.  

DHS – Medical Assistance Advisory Committee – April 27 

The Medical Assistance Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, April 27 at 10:00 a.m.  Go here to register to participate.  

Patient Safety Authority – April 27 

The Patient Safety Authority’s board will meet virtually on Thursday, April 27 at 1:00 p.m. Go here for additional information and details on how to participate.  

DHS – Managed Long-Term Services and Supports Subcommittee – May 12 

The Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Friday, May 12 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Department of Education Building’s Honors Suite, 1st floor, at 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, or via webinar. You may register for the webinar here. 

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PA Health Policy Update for March 24

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from March 18 to March 24.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.)

General Assembly

  • The House Appropriations Committee will hold a budget hearing next Tuesday, March 28 at 10:00 for the Department of Health and at 1:00 for the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs.  The hearings will be held in the House chamber and also will be live-streamed here.  A complete schedule for the House Appropriations Committee can be viewed here and a complete schedule for the Senate Appropriations Committee can be found here.
  • The House Health Committee will convene on Wednesday, March 29 to consider, among other bills, House Bill 155, which removes the requirement that direct-care workers be interviewed in person for a position, and House Bill 507, which requires medical schools, teaching hospitals, and medical institutions to receive explicit patient consent for all procedures and exams performed under anesthesia by medical students or for training purposes.
  • The state House and Senate are currently recessed.  They will return to Harrisburg on Monday, April 24 following the conclusion of budget hearings.

Department of Human Services

Department of Health

  • The Department of Health has added Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II Disorder (MPS II) screening to the supplemental conditions mandated for screening and follow-up under the state’s newborn screening program effective July 1.  Learn more from this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • The Department of Health, which last month joined the Department of Agriculture and Department of Environmental Protection in establishing a temporary physical presence in Darlington Township, Beaver County to assist residents affected by the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, has announced that the three departments will maintain a weekly presence there to continue addressing the needs and concerns of local residents.  Learn more about when the departments will be on site and what services they will offer from this Department of Health news release.

Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs

The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs has announced an expansion of its free substance use disorder prevention and education tool “Just Five.”  Learn more about the expansion of this tool and its new components from this Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs news release.

COVID-19:  By the Numbers           

  • The number of new COVID-19 cases reported in Pennsylvania fell 26 percent last week after 19 percent declines in each of the two previous weeks.  The number of weekly deaths is holding steady.
  • In the past week the state surpassed 2.9 million confirmed cases of COVID-19; another 637,000 cases are considered “probable.”
  • According to the Department of Health, the number of Pennsylvanians hospitalized with COVID-19 fell 10 percent last week after falling 14 percent the previous week and 16 percent the week before that.  The number of COVID-19 patients on ventilators rose slightly in the past week and the number in hospital ICUs fell slightly.
  • The CDC reports a 10 percent decline in the seven-day daily average of new hospital admissions in Pennsylvania because of COVID-19 after an 18 percent decline the previous week and a 13 percent decline the week before that.
  • For the week ending March 22, one Pennsylvania county (Sullivan) experienced a low rate of community transmission of COVID-19; 28 counties experienced a moderate rate of community transmission of COVID-19; 23 counties experienced a substantial rate of community transmission; and 15 counties experienced a high rate of community transmission.

Stakeholder Events

DHS – Medical Assistance Advisory Committee – Managed Long-Term Services and Supports Subcommittee Meeting April 5

The Medical Assistance Advisory Committee’s managed long-term services and support subcommittee will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 5 at 10:00 in Harrisburg.  For information about how to join the meeting in person or participate remotely, see this DHS notice.

Department of Health – Spinal Cord Research Advisory Committee Meeting – April 10

The Department of Health’s Spinal Cord Research Advisory Committee will meet in Sellersville and be available for participants virtually on Monday, April 1 at 1:00.  For information about the committee, the location of the meeting, and how to join virtually, see this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

 Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs – Adolescent ASAM Criteria – May 16

The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs is offering training on adolescent ASAM criteria, to be delivered virtually, for participants who already understand the foundational aspects of the ASAM criteria.  The purpose of this training is to explore and discuss the adolescent-specific aspects of the ASAM criteria and offer participants a practical focus through lecture, real-world clinical vignettes, and case studies.  The program will be held on May 16 at 8:30.  Continuing education credits are available.  Learn more about the program, including requirements for participation and how to join, from this Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs notice.  Please note that this program is identical to one offered on March 9.

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PA Health Policy Update for March 3

The following is an update of selected state health policy developments in Pennsylvania from February 27 to March 3.  (Some of the language used below is taken directly from state documents.)

Governor Shapiro

Governor Shapiro will deliver his budget address before the General Assembly on Tuesday, March 7 at 11:00.  The FY 2023-2024 budget proposal, the governor’s first, will be an opportunity for him to outline his agenda for the new administration.  Go here to stream the governor’s budget address.

General Assembly

  • State Representative Mark Rozzi (D) resigned as Speaker of the House on Tuesday.  Rozzi, who was unexpectedly elected Speaker on January 3, indicated that he accomplished what he set out to do.  The House then elected Representative Joanna McClinton (D) as Speaker by a vote of 102-99.  She will be the first woman to serve in the position.
  • Following the election of Speaker McClinton, the House Democratic Caucus announced a new leadership team.  Representative Matt Bradford will serve as majority leader and Representative Jordan Harris will serve as chair of the Appropriations Committee.  The complete list of leadership members can be viewed here.
  • The House and Senate are scheduled to be in session on Monday, March 6 through Wednesday, March 8.  On Tuesday, March 7 the two chambers will convene at 11:00 for a joint session to hear Governor Shapiro’s budget address.
  • The Senate Banking & Insurance Committee met on Tuesday, February 28 and favorably reported Senate Bill 8, which requires insurers to cover costs associated with genetic counseling and genetic testing for the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations if a person is diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer or has a family history of breast or ovarian cancer.  It also requires insurers to cover all costs associated with a supplemental breast screening by MRI or ultrasound for women at increased risk of breast cancer pursuant to Act 52 of 2020.  The bill received second consideration on Wednesday, March 1.

Revenue Collection Update

  • The Department of Revenue announced this week that Pennsylvania collected $2.8 billion in General Fund revenue during February, which was $351.8 million, or 14.2 percent, more than anticipated.  Fiscal year-to-date General Fund revenue collections total $26.1 billion, which is $649.3 million, or 2.6 percent, above estimate.

Department of Human Services

Department of Health

  • The Department of Health (DOH) has issued final-form rulemaking to replace the temporary regulations currently governing the state’s medical marijuana program.  In its notice, DOH responds to public comments and explains differences between the temporary regulations and this final-form version.  For further information, see this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • Another DOH notice on the medical marijuana program presents a statement of policy to provide guidance to all growers/processors and laboratories approved to test medical marijuana under the program.  Learn more from this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.
  • DOH has opened a health resource center in Darlington Township, Beaver County for residents of Beaver and Lawrence counties who have health concerns following the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio on February 3.  The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture also will participate in the center’s efforts to help interested residents sign up for free, independent water testing and to provide guidance on food and animal safety.  The center will be open weekdays from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm and is scheduled to operate through March 10.  Learn more from this Shapiro administration news release.
  • DOH has issued a health advisory warning providers of an increase in extensively drug-resistant shigellosis in the U.S.  The advisory includes a CDC advisory on the same condition that includes information about identifying, diagnosing, treating, and reporting the condition.  The advisory notes that no such cases have been reported in Pennsylvania.  Find the advisory here.

COVID-19:  By the Numbers           

  • The number of new COVID-19 cases reported daily in Pennsylvania fell 17 percent over the past week while the number of daily deaths held steady.
  • Pennsylvania recently passed 50,000 deaths from COVID-19.
  • According to the Department of Health, the number of Pennsylvanians hospitalized with COVID-19 fell nine percent last week while the number on ventilators and in hospital ICUs held steady.
  • The CDC reports a 13 percent decline in the seven-day daily average of new hospital admissions in Pennsylvania because of COVID-19.
  • For the week ending March 1, one Pennsylvania county – Bedford – experienced a moderate rate of community transmission of COVID-19; 26 counties experienced a substantial rate of community transmission; and the remaining 40 counties experienced a high rate of community transmission.

Stakeholder Events

Department of Aging – Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Council – March 9

The Department of Aging’s Long-Term Care Council will meet in Harrisburg on Thursday, March 9 at 10:00.  For information on the location of the meeting or how to participate virtually, see this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs – Adolescent ASAM Criteria – March 9

The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs will offer a training program for adolescent service providers on two dates:  March 9 and May 16, both at 8:30.  This training on adolescent ASAM criteria, to be delivered virtually, is designed for participants who already understand the foundational aspects of the ASAM criteria.  The purpose of this training is to explore and discuss the adolescent-specific aspects of the ASAM criteria and offer participants a practical focus through lecture, real-world clinical vignettes, and case studies.  Continuing education credits are available.  Learn more about the program, including requirements for participation and how to join, from this Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs notice.  Please note that the March 9 and May 16 sessions will be identical.

Patient Safety Authority – Board Meeting – March 16

The Patient Safety Authority board will meet virtually on Thursday, March 16 at 1:00.  For information about participating in the meeting, see this Pennsylvania Bulletin notice.

DHS – Medical Assistance Advisory Committee – Consumer Subcommittee – March 22

The consumer subcommittee of the Medical Assistance Advisory Committee will meet virtually on Wednesday March 22 at 1:00.  Go here to register to participate.

DHS – Medical Assistance Advisory Committee – March 23

The Medical Assistance Advisory Committee will hold its next public meeting virtually on Thursday, March 23 at 10:00.  Go here to register to participate.

Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs – Adolescent ASAM Criteria – May 16

The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs is offering training on adolescent ASAM criteria, to be delivered virtually, for participants who already understand the foundational aspects of the ASAM criteria.  The purpose of this training is to explore and discuss the adolescent-specific aspects of the ASAM criteria and offer participants a practical focus through lecture, real-world clinical vignettes, and case studies.  The program will be held on May 16 at 8:30.  Continuing education credits are available.  Learn more about the program, including requirements for participation and how to join, from this Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs notice.  Please note that this program is identical to one offered on March 9.

 

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PA Health Law Project Newsletter

The Pennsylvania Health Law Project has published its February 2023 Health Law News newsletter.

Included in this month’s issue are articles about:

  • Pennsylvania Medicaid’s decision to continue paying parents as home health aides.
  • Medicaid payments toward Medicare Part A premiums for qualified individuals.
  • Forgiveness for pandemic-era MAWD (Medical Assistance for Workers With Disabilities) premiums.
  • An Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services bulletin on mental health treatment for minors.

Read about these subjects and more in the Pennsylvania Health Law Project’s February 2023 newsletter.

 

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