Provider Technology Adoption Survey 2012
Posted on May 31, 2012
Please click on the link below to read the updated HealthCare Administration Solutions (HCAS) announcement regarding this survey. HCAS announcement_Final 5-1-12 (2)
Category Archives: HNE/Industry News and Information
Attention Behavioral Health Providers-New Depression Guidelines for 2012
Posted on April 25, 2012
To view HNE’s new Depression Guidelines, please click here: 2012 Depression Clinical Guideline
Provider Technology Adoption Survey
Posted on December 7, 2011
Please click on the link below to read the HealthCare Administration Solutions (HCAS) announcement regarding this survey. HCAS New Project Announcement 11 28 11
FAQ’S Regarding the 2011 Immunization Administration Codes
Posted on October 22, 2010
Following are a list of FAQs regarding the 2011 Pediatric Immunization Administration Codes. Q. I heard that the pediatric immunization administration codes (90465-90468) are being deleted for 2011. Is that true? A. Yes, that is true. Starting January 1, 2011 codes 90465, 90466, 90467 and 90468 will be deleted from the CPT nomenclature. Q. […]
New HCAS Eligibility Site
Posted on October 22, 2010
Click below to see the new site that HCAS has created to centralize eligibility checks for Massachusetts health plans. http://www.hcasma.org/index.html
Updated recommendations for administration of 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) among adults aged ≥19 years — Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), United States
Posted on September 8, 2010
(CDC. MMWR. September 3, 2010 / 59(34);1102-1106) * PPSV23 should be administered to adults ages 19-64 years with chronic or immunosuppressing medical conditions, including those who have asthma. * Adults aged 19-64 years who smoked cigarettes should receive PPSV23 and smoking cessation guidance. * Routine PPSV23 use is no longer recommended for Alaska Natives or […]
Notice to Be Healthy Providers: CBHI Article regarding Behavioral Health Screenings
Posted on August 19, 2010
Please click on the link to view article. MCO BH Screening Text 8-10.doc
MHQP Survey Results:Massachusetts patients assess their experiences with primary care in first comprehensive survey since state health reform implementation
Posted on August 18, 2010
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Early Intervention Changes
Posted on August 18, 2010
Early Intervention Mandate On June 30, Governor Patrick signed the Massachusetts budget bill for fiscal year 2011. The budget bill included an amendment to existing insurance mandates, specifically regarding Early Intervention services. Health plans and insurers are prohibited from charging a copayment, co-insurance, or deductible1 for medically necessary early intervention services provided on or after […]
2010-2011 Flu Vaccine Information Statements
Posted on August 16, 2010
Flu TIV 2010-11 Flu LAIV 10 (2)