What We Do

We collaborate closely with State Authorities to guide credentialing/application, certification and licensing processes for medical and non medical healthcare/homecare start-ups in various states, including Maryland, Virginia and DC.

Services

• Application for License- Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)
• Application for License- Autism Waiver Service Provider
• Application for License- RSA Skilled Nursing
• MD PT53 Application
• Behavioral Health Administration
• Staffing License
• Assisted Living Facility (ALF)
• Application for Home Infusion Licencing
• DME Accreditation

At Health Policy Institute works hand-in-hand with state authorities to streamline the credentialing, certification, and licensing processes for healthcare and homecare startups in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Our expertise ensures a smooth transition as you launch your new venture.

We are your trusted partner in navigating the complex landscape of healthcare and homecare startup licensing and compliance. We work closely with state authorities in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. to guide you through the entire process, ensuring a smooth and efficient path to obtaining the necessary credentials.

Our comprehensive services include:

Behavioral Health Administration -Accreditation Based Licensing Seamless Accreditation and Licensing Support Let us streamline your behavioral health organization's journey to accreditation and licensure. Our comprehensive services include:

• Accreditation Guidance: We'll help you choose the right accreditation organization and provide expert advice on standards and requirements.
• Licensing Assistance: We'll guide you through the complex application processes for both local and state authorities, ensuring compliance and timely approvals.
• State License Application Support: Our team will assist you in preparing and submitting accurate and complete state license applications.
• Medicaid Enrollment Facilitation: We'll help you navigate the Medicaid enrollment process, ensuring your organization is eligible to receive reimbursement for services provided.

DDA Applications HPI offers several services to help small businesses obtain DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) licensing. These services typically include:

• Consultation and Guidance: Offering expert advice to navigate the DDA licensing process, including understanding requirements, completing necessary documentation, and adhering to state regulations.
• Application Assistance: Helping small businesses prepare and submit the DDA provider application, ensuring all necessary forms are completed accurately and on time. .
• Quality Assurance Programs: Assisting businesses in developing quality assurance programs that align with DDA standards to maintain high-quality service delivery.
• Regulatory Guidance: Offering support on maintaining compliance with DDA regulations, including ongoing reporting requirements and periodic audits.

Autism Waiver Service Provider license in Maryland :This guidance ensures providers meet eligibility and streamline their licensing process for the Autism Waiver program.

• Prepare Documentation: Assist providers in gathering necessary documents such as staff qualifications, liability insurance, Medicaid enrollment, and care plan.
• Attend a Workshop:providers in the mandatory Autism Waiver Prospective Provider Workshop, which explains the licensing process and program expectations .
• Prepare the Application: Help providers complete the required application forms for MSDE and MDH, ensure proper documentation (staff qualifications, insurance, and compliance with Medicaid standards), and develop a service plan aligned with waiver goals.
• Ongoing Compliance: Ongoing Support: Provide guidance in maintaining required documentation, submitting regular reports, and adhering to policies.

RSA (Residential Service Agency) Skilled Nursing license

Understand Requirements: RSA agencies offer in-home care services to the elderly, sick, or disabled, including personal care and limited nursing. Compliance with Maryland's Nurse Practice Act and state regulations is required.

Prepare Documentation: help Submit a business plan, policies, employee qualifications, and necessary health screenings. The application also requires a list of services provided, service areas, and client types

Submit the Application: Complete the application and submit it to the Maryland Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ) with the required documentation and licensing fees

Compliance Inspections: After obtaining the license, the agency will be periodically inspected by OHCQ to ensure adherence to healthcare standards

MD PT53 Application: Offer comprehensive assistance with the PT53 application, including gathering required documentation, completing forms accurately, and submitting the application electronically through ePREP

Behavioral Health Administration -Seamless Accreditation and Licensing Support. HPI can streamline your behavioral health organization's journey to accreditation and licensure

Staffing License We help healthcare organizations secure staffing licenses by providing application preparation, documentation review, and compliance guidance to recruit qualified professionals

Assisted Living Facility (ALF) We provide comprehensive support for Assisted Living Facility (ALF) licensing, including document preparation, regulatory compliance, and guidance to establish a fully licensed facility.

Beyond licensing, we offer comprehensive support for your healthcare startup, including:

Regulatory compliance: We ensure your operations adhere to all relevant state and federal regulations.

Policy and procedure development: Our experts can create tailored manuals to streamline your operations and maintain compliance.

Credentialing and certification assistance: We help you obtain the necessary credentials for your staff and organization.

Let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of healthcare startup operations in Maryland and Washington D.C. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your business succeed.