Blog Entry List

Changes to details regarding eligibility, timelines and provider requirements
Provider manual updated, guidance on the use of extenders, updated rate guidance and webinar series FAQs.
Desk reviews of round two AMH+ practices/ CMAs provider applications are completed and 32 providers advanced to the site review stage.
Update to Special Bulletin COVID-19 #213: Direct Care Worker ICF-IID Wage Increase. Please review the updated bulletin in its entirety for details.
Additional flexibilities to support hospitals
Upcoming Key Milestones, Playbook Updates, COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Program, Provider Authorizations, Provider Ombudsman and more.
Revisions to previous scope of authorization
The following guidance applies to AMH Tier 3 practices not participating in the NC Integrated Care for Kids (InCK) pilot project.
NCDHHS launched the Integrated Care for Kids (InCK) pilot program in Alamance, Orange, Durham, Granville and Vance counties.
Under NC Medicaid Managed Care, the nursing facility level of care is approved by the Medicaid beneficiary’s assigned PHP.
Tobacco-related policy requirements go into effect on Dec. 1, 2022.
Interim Final Rule Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination
Update on temporary rates that are extending or being replaced with permanent, legislated increases.
Pharmacies can bill for FDA-approved in-home tests.
The Eligibility Portal is now available for registration and submission.