Common use of Valid Provider Numbers Clause in Contracts

Valid Provider Numbers. ‌ a) A Worker must receive and maintain a DHS/OHA provider number in order to be paid. b) HCWs/PSWs shall be provided a one-hundred and twenty (120) and sixty (60) day reminder prior to the expiration of any of their credentials. c) For HCWs/PSWs paid through state systems, notices will begin ninety (90) days after ratification of this Agreement. For PSWs paid through fiscal intermediaries, notices will begin no later than three-hundred sixty-five (365) days after ratification of this Agreement. Until the notices specified above are sent for PSWs paid through fiscal intermediaries, the OHCC shall send out a quarterly notice to Providers who have any credentials expiring in the next three (3) months. d) HCWs/PSWs are responsible to keep their mailing address, phone number and email address (if available) up-to-date with DHS/OHA Provider Relations Units and the OHCC Registry. e) Homecare and Personal Support Workers must take action to renew their credentials at least fifty-five (55) days prior to the credential end date. f) Failure to submit all credential renewal paperwork at least fifty-five (55) days prior to the credential end date may result in the inactivation of the worker’s provider number if the paperwork is not processed by the credential end date. g) A HCW/PSW with an inactivated/terminated provider number is not eligible to receive Medicaid service payments.