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- - - Community First is proud to offer high-quality health care coverage for individuals and families. We believe that everyone deserves access to the services and support needed to live a healthier life. We are proud to have touched the lives of over 3 million individuals since 1995.
      
      LEARN ABOUT OUR HEALTH PLANS
  - - Medicaid
  - - Medicare
  - - Marketplace
      - Mercado Plan
      - Care Plan
  - - Commercial
      - University Family Care Plan (UFCP)
      - Commercial HMO
About
- - - Community First Health Plans was established in 1995 by University Health specifically to begin providing health care coverage to the citizens of Bexar and it’s seven surrounding counties.
  - - University Health
    - Careers
Community Impact
- - - At Community First, our mission is to not only improve the health outcomes of our Members, but also the overall health of our community. A portion of all Community First’s proceeds goes directly into improving the community we are a part of.
News & Events
- - - Stay up-to-date with the latest Community First news, learn about upcoming community events, and read helpful articles from our blog.
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Category: HHSC News

Provider Guidance: Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

Oct 31, 2024 | HHSC News, Provider Resource

Adapted from: Symptoms of Whooping Cough | Pertussis (Whooping Cough) | CDC Early treatment and prophylaxis can make illness less serious and prevent the spread of infection. Treatment of infection and prophylaxis for all asymptomatic household contacts is recommended...

EVV Usage Reviews Starting January 1, 2025

Oct 15, 2024 | EVV News, HHSC News, Provider News

Effective January 1, 2025, Community First Health Plans, Inc. and HHSC will conduct EVV usage reviews to ensure that Personal Care Services (PCS) and Home Health Care Services (HHCS) meet state-mandated EVV requirements. This includes the potential for contract...

Enfamil Gentlease, Enfamil A.R and Enfamil Reguline Possible Shortages

Oct 7, 2024 | HHSC News, Provider News

On July 9, 2024, the Mead Johnson Nutrition distribution center in Mt. Vernon, Indiana, was damaged by a severe tornado. WIC is in close communication with Mead Johnson, the makers of Enfamil, and WIC grocers to assess the impact...

Coverage of the HPV Vaccine and ASN Updates

Oct 7, 2024 | HHSC News, Provider News

This notice is to clarify coverage of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, also referred to as Gardasil, and how reimbursement for the vaccine may be impacted by changes to the vaccines covered by the Adult Safety Net (ASN) Program. The ASN program is administered...

August 2024 Medicaid Preferred Drug List Update

Aug 29, 2024 | HHSC News, Provider News

The August 2024 Medicaid Preferred Drug List (PDL) is now available. This latest update includes significant changes approved during the January and April 2024 Drug Utilization Review Board meetings. These updates impact formulary details, prior authorization...

RSV Vaccine Procedure Code 90683 to Become a Benefit of Texas Medicaid Effective October 1, 2024

Sep 26, 2024 | HHSC News, Provider News

Effective for dates of service on or after October 1, 2024, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine procedure code 90683 will become a benefit of Texas Medicaid for individuals who are 60 years of age or older. Administration for procedure code 90683 may be...