Mar 4, 2026 | Community First Blog
In ancient times, women healers around the world were often punished for practicing medicine. Female shamans who used herbs to alleviate pain or treat diseases, and midwives who cared for pregnant women and babies, were even believed to be witches and were forced to...
Mar 4, 2026 | Provider Resource
Use the NEW Community First Provider Quick Reference Guide to easily access information providers use most, including: Provider Services contact information Authorizations fax numbers Claims information This guide makes it easier to navigate key operational processes...
Mar 4, 2026 | Provider News, Provider Resource
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released an updated Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON) following approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The updated form is valid for three years and includes improvements to...
Mar 2, 2026 | Community First Blog
Spring break is almost here! San Antonio comes alive in the spring with markets, festivals, interactive art, camps, and more fun for the whole family (including dogs)! We’ve rounded up the best local events for family fun. Most are free with food, drink, and other...
Feb 25, 2026 | PEMS, Provider News, Provider Resource
Read about the Revised Implementation Timeframes of CLIA Certification Data here. All Providers who perform or bill laboratory services must comply with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). To meet these requirements, Providers must have an active...
Feb 26, 2026 | PEMS, Provider News, Provider Resource
Beginning December 1, 2025, HHSC is requiring a phased approach to claim edits related to CLIA certification Data: Soft Edit Period (No later than March 1, 2026) A soft edit will be implemented to help providers correct CLIA information that does not match the PEMS...
Feb 25, 2026 | Provider News, Provider Resource
Texas continues to see rising rates of congenital syphilis, highlighting the continued vigilance in prenatal care. Early screening, timely diagnosis, and appropriate treatment during pregnancy are critical to preventing transmission and improving outcomes for infants....
Feb 13, 2026 | Member News
Medicaid and CHIP Members, please note this new information about Community First Medicaid coverage for COVID-19 and flu vaccines. While some COVID-19-related services will continue to be covered for Community First Medicaid Members through December 31, 2029, others...
Jan 8, 2025 | Member News, Pharmacy
UPDATE: Read about the most up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine coverage for Medicaid Members here. Recent changes to the federal Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act (PREP Act) mean that certain COVID-19-related services will continue to be covered for Medicaid...
Jan 29, 2026 | White Paper
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