May 1, 2024 | Member Resource
It never fails. Friday at 5 p.m., your little one spikes a fever, just after the doctor’s office closes. Or you wake up Sunday morning with chills and an awful headache. Sickness and medical emergencies don’t follow a 9 to 5 schedule. It’s important...
Mar 13, 2026 | Provider Resource
Community First has partnered with NAMI Greater San Antonio to offer Community First Members a free, education and support program designed specifically for parents and caregivers of youth (17 and younger) experiencing mental health symptoms or who have a diagnosed...
Mar 10, 2026 | Provider News, Provider Resource
A healthier Member is our goal, and it starts with reliable transportation. Community First Health Plans partners with SafeRideHealth to provide an improved Member experience through their transportation benefit program. Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT)...
Mar 9, 2026 | Provider Resource
Managing asthma in children requires collaboration between health care providers, parents, and caregivers. ALL children with asthma should have an Asthma Action Plan filled out by their health care provider. As a reminder, the South Texas Asthma Coalition (STAC)...
Mar 6, 2026 | EVV News, Provider News
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Providers are reminded that Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8, 2026. At 2:00 a.m., clocks will move forward one hour to 3:00 a.m. Because of this change, the overnight period will lose one hour, and EVV visits or shifts...
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 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...
