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
Association for Community Affiliated Plans
Jan 13, 2026 | Provider News
Zelis® is utilizing a maintenance window for the Payspan Portal that will start in 2 separate windows, listed below is the breakdown: Thursday January 15, 8:00 P.M. (EST) through 11:00 P.M. (EST) Saturday January 24, 8:00 P.M. (EST) through Sunday January 25,...
Nov 1, 2023 | HHSC News, Provider News, Provider Resource
Community First Health Plans does not accept eligibility requests via any clearinghouse. To verify Member eligibility, refer to our comprehensive Provider Quick Reference Guide and get in touch with the Member Services department corresponding to your specific line of...
Feb 9, 2026 | Provider News
Dear Valued Zelis® Customer: Zelis® is utilizing a maintenance window for the Payspan Portal from 5:00 P.M. (ET) – 8:00 P.M. (ET) on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Note: We will end the maintenance early if the activities are completed by 8:00 P.M. (ET)....
Jan 30, 2026 | Community First Blog
February is Black History Month, when we honor, reflect on, and celebrate the rich legacy of Black history and culture. From inspiring performances and creative showcases to educational programs and busy street fairs, the area offers countless opportunities to connect...
Feb 4, 2026 | Community First Blog
Heart disease is one of the top causes of death in the United States. The good news? Small, healthy choices you make today can help protect your heart in the future. Why is heart disease so dangerous? Many people do not notice symptoms right away, which is why regular...
Jan 30, 2026 | Community First Blog
Clinical Contributor to this blog: University Health’s Dr. Ilyunoluwa Agboola, M.D. Black Americans face unique health challenges due to many different factors, such as less access to quality health care, bias in the health care system, and lack of resources...
Jan 29, 2026 | Provider News, Provider Resource
The Texas Vendor Drug Program (VDP) has notified managed care organizations that the planned expansion of adult vaccine coverage under the Medicaid pharmacy benefit has been postponed and will not go live on February 2, 2026. This update is related to the October 13,...
