Effective with date of service July 8, 2021, the Medicaid and NC Health Choice programs cover oritavancin for injection, for intravenous use.
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Effective with date of service June 28, 2021, the Medicaid and NC Health Choice programs cover dasiglucagon injection, for subcutaneous use (Zegalogue®)
Effective with date of service July 1, 2021, the Medicaid and NC Health Choice cover bupivacaine and meloxicam extended-release solution.
Effective with date of service July 15, 2021, Medicaid and NC Health Choice cover asparaginase erwinia chrysanthemi (recombinant)-rywn injection, for intramuscular use (Rylaze™)
To assist providers in navigating the managed care health plans' PCS referral and intake process, NC Medicaid has partnered with the health plans to implement a short-term solution for ACH providers who deliver PCS services.
The FDA has modified the Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to allow for administration of a third dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine after an initial two-dose primary mRNA COVID-19 vaccine series for certain immunocompromised people.
Recommendations for Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Vendors and Drivers
May be available for those at risk of not meeting financial obligations
Additional clarification about Nurse Practitioner credentialing requirements