HCI Primary Care Medical Provider Monthly Newsletter

June 2022

IN THIS ISSUE:

Provider Resources:

• Men's Health Month
• Diabetes Study Patient Recruitment
• Spread the Word: Members Need to Update Their Contact Information
• Health First Colorado Member Redetermination Process
• Provider Directory Contact Reminder
• Provider Handbook

COVID Information:

• COVID-19 Therapeutics Program for Health Care Providers
• CDPHE Quick COVID Provider Guide
• State Wide Vaccine Information

Member Resources:

• Where Do I Start Webinar
• Your Choice, Your Voice Workshop

MEN'S HEALTH MONTH

Throughout June, Men’s Health Month focuses on improving the lifestyles of men. Encourage the men in your life to take care of their bodies by eating right, exercising, and working to prevent disease. The official symbol for the month is a blue ribbon and the purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases including cancer, heart disease, and depression. Below are resources for you to use and share.

• US Department of Health and Human Services-Men's Health
• Man Therapy

DIABETES STUDY PATIENT RECRUITMENT

A diabetes study is being conducted by Tamara Oser, MD and Sean Oser, MD, MPH of the Department of Family Medicine University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Your patients may qualify if they:

• Are over 18 years of age
• Have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes
• Have an interest in diabetes technology

Eligible participants are adults 18-89 years old with Type 1 Diabetes diagnosed at least 1 year ago, treated with injections (not an insulin pump). Study participation will consist of two 14-day periods as outpatients, virtually or in-person.

Please review this flyer. If providers need more information or have questions, please reach out to either:

Sean Oser sean.oser@cuanschutz.edu  717-552-6333 

Tamara Oser tamara.oser@cuanschutz.edu  717-552-6334

SPREAD THE WORD: MEMBERS NEED TO UPDATE THEIR CONTACT INFORMATION

Please help spread the word to Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) members to update their contact information. During the public health emergency (PHE), members stay enrolled in health coverage even if they have household or income changes. At the end of the PHE, many Health First Colorado members will receive a packet to renew their coverage. Members who fail to fill out necessary information may lose their benefits.

Many members have moved over the past few years. It is crucial that they have updated their address so that they get the information they need to keep or change their coverage. Share these flyers, English and Spanish, with your patients. More information about this campaign can be found here.

HEALTH FIRST COLORADO MEMBER REDETERMINATION PROCESS

In March 2022, a new redetermination process for all Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid Program) and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) members was implemented.  For more information on how this impacts providers and why it is important, see the Renewal Revamp presentation, workbook and FAQ on HCPF's Eligibility Partner Trainings webpage or view the Renewal Guidance for Medical Assistance Memo. Refer individuals to this link for information on finding a provider within your region.

COVID-19 THERAPEUTICS PROGRAM FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS

In an ongoing effort to decrease hospitalizations for at-risk Coloradans by ensuring access to COVID-19 therapeutics, we are sharing information provided by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) for health care providers. Included here is updated National Institutes of Health (NIH) recommendations, as well as provider eligibility and enrollment information for both the CDPHE Therapeutics program and Health and Human Services (HHS) Test to Treat program, Health care providers are encouraged to learn more about these lifesaving treatments and talk about them with patients who may be eligible to receive them.

YOUR CHOICE, YOUR VOICE: LIFE CARE PLANNING ADVANCE DIRECTIVES VIRTUAL WORKSHOP

Beacon and Health Colorado invites anyone to participate in this "working" workshop where forms are available for members to state their wishes if they were unable to communicate them.

• Last Thursday of each month 11:30am - 1:00pm
• Join by computer: https://beaconhealthoptions.zoom.us/j/2314708769?pwd=M3ordkdaVEgxQllJMVdMcE1Rb2lyUT09 (Click the link or enter address into your browser)
• Join by phone: Dial: 1-669-900-6833 ~ Meeting ID: 231 470 8769 ~ Passcode: 069195
• To receive materials for the workshop and to RSVP, please email Dawn Surface at dawn.surface@beaconhealthoptions.com

June 2022