Blog Entry List

Register now for the diabetes self-management presentation on May 11 and adolescent immunization on May 16.
Behavioral health prior authorizations effective April 1, 2023
Implementation of Tailored Plans, playbook update, Provider reverification, NC Health Choice move to Medicaid, NCTracks Provider records and more.
Lantus® SoloStar® / Vial will move to preferred on the NC Medicaid Preferred Drug List, effective March 24, 2023.
As of April 1, 2023, all NC Health Choice beneficiaries with active eligibility will be moved to Medicaid.
Rate increases continuing and effects on managed care plans and contracted providers
Updated information about the assumptions underlying the care management component of capitation payments to Standard Plans
Providers for whom reverification was delayed are being organized into groups to ensure reverification is completed timely. 
Tobacco-related policy requirements go into effect on April 1, 2024.
PIXEL COVID-19 Home Collection Kit Change
Flexibilities ending at or after the end of the Federal Public Health Emergency
Home Health Care Services: Soft Launch April 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023; Provider Selection of Electronic Visit Verification Vendor
This bulletin has been replaced by Provider Reverification Process Update - March 15, 2023.
The rates for HHCS shall be increased by 10% above the current fee schedule rate.
This report describes findings from the second assessment of provider experience and satisfaction with the NC Medicaid program.