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...
Oct 10, 2024 | Community First Blog
Suicide is a complicated issue. It affects people of every race, nationality, ethnicity, and financial or marital status. Many factors can lead one to thoughts of self-harm or suicide. No two people experience the same struggle, so there is not one easy solution....
Oct 7, 2024 | HHSC News, Member News, Member Resource
Key Details: As of August 1, 2023, the Adult Safety Net (ASN) Program, which helps uninsured adults receive vaccinations, no longer covers the HPV vaccine. The ASN program is managed by the Department of State Health Services and provides vaccines to uninsured adults,...
Oct 7, 2024 | HHSC News, Member News, Member Resource
Background: 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...
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...
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...
Oct 3, 2024 | EVV News, Provider Resource
Preparers must attend cost report training for every program for which a cost or accountability report is submitted. If a preparer attends Cost Report Training, then the preparer is approved to prepare other reports for that program within the biennium. Preparers who...
Sep 18, 2024 | Community First Blog
Fall has arrived, even if the weather hasn’t caught up yet! This season brings a variety of exciting fall events, cultural celebrations, patriotic parades, and more. Let’s dive into the best that autumn has to offer in our area! Bexar County AccessAbility Fest at...
Oct 13, 2023 | Community First Blog
Mammograms save lives! Early detection plus starting treatment earlier equals a higher breast cancer survival rate. A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast. Doctors use a mammogram to look for early signs of breast cancer. They are considered the best way to...
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...
