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The Ohio Department of Developmental disabilities (DODD) certifies independent providers of services. A person is prohibited from providing any service until certification is applied for and obtained from DODD.

Requirements for Certification

The independent provider must:

    • Be at least 18 years of age.
    • Have a valid social security number.
    • Have the ability to read, write, and understand English.
    • Have a high school diploma or GED certificate.

See Rule 5123-2-09

Tips for Completing Your Application:
    • A birth certificate is a required document and will need to be submitted.
    • It is recommended that applicants first gather all documents (except the BCII background check) prior to completing the application.
    • Once your fee has been paid, you will have 30 days to submit all of your required documentation.

 

Steps for Certification

STEP 1: Complete DODD’s Initial Overview (Orientation for Independent Providers) online training.

This training for independent providers is required for certification.

Initial Overview Online Training

STEP 2: Gather required documents.

A First Aid certification, CPR certification, an Ohio Payee ID, and eight hours of Independent Provider Initial Training for Certification are required in addition to some other documents.

List of Required Documents

*Required documents may vary based on the service certifications requested.

STEP 3: Submit application and supporting documentation.

After submitting the application fee, you have 30 days to submit all of the required documentation. You will receive a user name and password to use Provider Network Management (PNM) to start a provider application.

Provider Network Management

Follow the instructions to obtain an NPI as part of a CMS requirement

 

Contact

Courtney Jordan
MCBDD Provider Relations Specialist
330-725-7751 ext. 130
courtneyj@mcbdd.org

DODD Provider Certification
1-800-617-6733 option 5

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