Pennsylvania DHS Continues Modernization of Program Integrity Efforts

HARRISBURG, Pa., Sept. 10, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Department of Human Services (DHS) today issued a request for information (RFI) for data analysis of provider payments as part of its ongoing effort to modernize program integrity.

"Predictive analytics and data analysis is a smarter way to ensure the delivery of services to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens," said Secretary Ted Dallas. "The current process is time-consuming and overly burdensome.  Using data to target improper payments will help ensure that payments only go those who are eligible and that the Department can determine eligibility in the most cost-effective and efficient way for recipients."

The RFI is part of a recent DHS anouncement regarding the use of innovative data analytics and technologies to modernize its handling of program integrity functions that block improper payments.

The Department is soliciting prospective data management contractors for ideas about where DHS can use technology, nationally-proven methods, and predictive data analysis to track provider payments and identify any patterns that require more investigation. Currently, data mining is time-consuming and conducted manually by staff through review of claims data. Respondents may be asked to perform demonstrations of their capabilities to DHS staff.

For more information, visit www.emarketplace.state.pa.us/Solicitations.aspx?SID=RFI Data Analytics 2015.

MEDIA CONTACT: Kait Gillis, 717-425-7606

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SOURCE Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

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