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Cards are only allowed to be used exclusively for the member’s individual needs.
Additional clarification on implementation
Effective with date of service June 2, 2023, NC Medicaid covers epcoritamab-bysp injection, for subcutaneous use (Epkinly)
Effective with date of service May 26, 2023, NC Medicaid covers risperidone extended-release injectable suspension, for subcutaneous use (Uzedy)
Clinical Coverage Policy 8A, Enhanced Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and 8C, Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
Near Relatives and Legally Responsible Persons May Deliver Skilled Nursing Service to a PDN-eligible Beneficiary.
Mitigation process for any adverse impact for nursing facilities if a PASRR authorization is delayed.
More than 600,000 people will gain access to quality care.
Claims without the required EVV data will be denied.
NC Medicaid Direct programs will transition to NCLIFTSS by Oct. 6, 2023
The 2024 ICD-10 update is effective Oct. 1, 2023 through Sept. 30, 2024.
Nursing Facility Providers and Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Targeted.
Avoiding Delays and Issues with Your Reverification Application.

Vaccine strains for the 2023–24 influenza vaccines were selected by the Food and Drug Administration’s Vaccines and Related Biologic Products Advisory Committee based on WHO’s recommended Northern Hemisphere 2023–24 influenza vaccine composition.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (the Department) is releasing updated information about the assumptions underlying the care management component of capitation payments to NC Medicaid Managed Care Prepaid Health Plan (PHPs) Standard Plans.