RCPA Medical Rehabilitation Web Post Archive

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By Melissa Dehoff • October 9, 2026
DHS has issued an RFI to gather input on using Medicaid data to improve transparency and strengthen the ability to make evidence-based rate-setting decisions.
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By Sharon Militello • October 8, 2026
Relias Helps to Address Today’s Workforce, Training, Compliance Challenges
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By Jim Sharp • October 8, 2026
DHS has released a new Rural Health Transformation Program Resource Guide, which brings together key links related to Pennsylvania and federal RHTP resources.
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By Richard Edley • October 7, 2026
RCPA and the National Council kindly ask that a representative from your organization completes the survey by October 9, 2026.
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By Melissa Dehoff • October 5, 2026
Alliant has announced that it is offering a free webinar on federal funding for public energy investments on October 7.
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By Fady Sahhar • October 5, 2026
DHS is requiring certain Medicaid providers classified as high risk to revalidate their enrollment by December 31, 2026.
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By Fady Sahhar • October 5, 2026
As of September 30, 2026, Allegheny County’s paid parental leave proposal has cleared the Board of Health, but it is not law yet.
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By Fady Sahhar • September 25, 2026
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas granted an order vacating Section 504 provisions related to community integration.
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By Emma Sharp • September 23, 2026
CMS and PA DHS have shared guidance on medical frailty and retroactive coverage with the upcoming H.R. 1 Medicaid changes.
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By Sharon Militello • September 22, 2026
Last Chance to Register for Greenspace Health Webinar – Beyond Outcomes: The ROI of MBC on October 1.
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By Tieanna Lloyd • September 21, 2026
Relias, an RCPA Partner, will host a webinar on Tuesday, October 6 on how employee surveys can provide insights to drive meaningful workforce improvements.
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By Richard Edley • September 18, 2026
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing launched their 2026 H.R. 1 All-Member Survey, which provides a national view of how your clinic is addressing H.R. 1.
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By Carol Ferenz • September 16, 2026
Online registration for RCPA’s 2026 Conference Power in Purpose: Promoting Possibilities will be closing at the end of business Friday, September 18, 2026.
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By Fady Sahhar • September 15, 2026
OLTL notified Act 150 SCEs that, due to changes in federal law related to immigration status, the County Assistance Offices and CHC-MCOs about impacts to MA.
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By Jim Sharp • September 15, 2026
The final-form regulation will be considered by IRRC at its public meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am in Harrisburg, PA.
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By Fady Sahhar • September 14, 2026
Please join Cities of Inclusion and EmpathyTech on October 7 – 8, 2026, for the 2026 Disability Summit: Envisioning the Future of Disability Inclusion.
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By Emma Sharp • September 9, 2026
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing has launched their 2026 H.R. 1 All-Member Survey, which provides a national view of how your clinic is addressing H.R. 1.
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By Emma Sharp • September 8, 2026
DHS has released Bulletin 99-26-07 Updates to EMA to advise Medical Assistance enrolled providers of updates to noncitizen eligibility for EMA.
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By Fady Sahhar • September 8, 2026
The Council of Allegheny County is conducting a public hearing related to paid parental leave on September 10, 2026.
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By Cindi Hobbes • September 8, 2026
RCPA's IPRC division will hold "The Role of the Pediatric Rehab Provider in Promoting Healthy Weight Management" webinar on October 23.
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By Jim Sharp • September 3, 2026
The Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Long-Term Care Transformation Office (LTCTO) is pleased to announce the release of an RFA for its QIP.
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By Melissa Dehoff • September 2, 2026
CMS will be conducting a webinar on the fiscal year (FY) 2027 Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Final Rule updates on September 29, 2026.
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By Emma Sharp • September 2, 2026
On August 26, DHS hosted a webinar to provide updates on how the State will implement the upcoming changes to Medicaid as a result of H.R. 1.
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By Hayley Myer • September 1, 2026
With over 60 workshops, RCPA Conference attendees will have access to up to 114.5 CEs, teaching you skills, tools, and activities to unlock your purpose!
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By Sharon Militello • September 1, 2026
RCPA Quarterly Advisor Newsletter September 2026 Issue
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By Tina Miletic • September 1, 2026
RCPA, in partnership with Corporate Benefits Consultants, Inc., will be hosting a webinar on September 15 at 3:00 pm on healthcare costs.
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By Sharon Militello • August 31, 2026
RCPA Partner Greenspace Health Presents New Educational Webinar – Beyond Outcomes: The ROI of MBC 10-01-26
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By Hayley Myer • August 28, 2026
Today, August 28, is your last chance to claim early bird rates for the 2026 RCPA Conference Power in Purpose: Promoting Possibilities!
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By Cindi Hobbes • August 27, 2026
This session explores the progression from individual contributor to leader, highlighting the essential mindset changes and leadership competencies required.
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By Hayley Myer • August 27, 2026
Join RCPA Partner First Nonprofit for a 30-minute ‘briefinar’ to better understand unemployment and the strategies that can help control related costs.
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