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For Providers
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September 2024 |
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SEPTEMBER SPOTLIGHT |
Physician Performance Insights Reports Are Now Available
PPI reports are available for physicians who are eligible for our Physician Efficiency, Appropriateness, & QualitySM program. Learn what the reports include on performance and how the ratings can help our members find care.
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Watch for Our Provider Advisory Survey
The information you provide helps us better serve both you and our members.
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CLINICAL RESOURCES |
Shared Decision‑Making Aids Can Help Guide Care Choices
Our members may have better patient experiences and outcomes when they participate in their care. Learn about evidence‑based aids that can help involve your patients.
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EDUCATION |
Earn Continuing Education Credit at Maternal Mental Health Webinar
On Sept. 9, 2024, we’re offering a free webinar on maternal mental health from 9 to 10 a.m. Register here and learn more about our behavioral health webinars.
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Register for Webinars on Coding for Cancers, Stroke and Heart Failure
Join our Coding Compliance team for webinars in September and October on coding and documentation. The webinars are free to providers and coding professionals, and have tips on closing gaps in care.
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MEDICARE |
Encourage Medicare Members to Respond to Health Outcomes Survey
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services sends a survey to a sample of our members to rate their care. Learn about the survey topics our members may discuss with you.
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PHARMACY |
30‑Day Supply Limit: Select Commercial Members Have New Pharmacy Benefit for GLP‑1 or Anti‑Obesity Drug Therapy
This optional pharmacy benefit program is available to some employer groups with Prime Therapeutics. Learn how it aims to reduce drug waste.
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Pharmacy Program Quarterly Update Changes Effective Oct. 1, 2024 – Part 1
Based on the availability of new prescription medications and Prime’s National Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee’s review of changes in the pharmaceuticals market, some additions, revisions (drugs still covered but moved to a higher out‑of‑pocket payment level) and/or exclusions (drugs no longer covered) were made to our drug lists.
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STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS |
Medical Policy Updates
Approved new or revised medical policies and their effective dates are usually posted on our website the first and 15th of each month under the Standards and Requirements tab. You can view all active and pending policies, as well as draft medical policies, and provide comments. These policies may impact your reimbursement and your patients’ benefits.
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Contact Us
Contact information for Network Representatives and other resources is on our website.
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