July 5th, 2024


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Dear KHF Providers and Practice Administrators,


We have several updates to share regarding payor updates, programs and upcoming events. There is a lot of information, and we want to make sure we are keeping our membership informed. We recommend reading through this communication in its entirety and please reach out to us with any questions you may have!


Important Updates

Human Trafficking Hotline Poster Requirement*


Effective July 1, 2024 and in accordance with Georgia law, medical offices are required to a post a notice giving individuals a method to contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline and the Statewide Georgia Hotline for Domestic Minor Trafficking.

 

Download the poster here and place in a visible location in your patient facing restrooms. 

 

This requirement is effective immediately.

 

View the press release for more information.

GA DCH RFP Update


The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) released a Request for Proposal (RFP) in 2023 to evaluate Care Management Organizations (CMO’s) for a new Medicaid contract effective 2025. DCH is evaluating all CMO’s who submitted a proposal to ensure they meet the requirements of the Georgia Medicaid program. The CMO’s providing service in Georgia today are Amerigroup, CareSource, and Peach State Health Plans. DCH has not released the results of their RFP, but an announcement is tentatively expected in mid to late 2024. 


For practices that participate in TCCN payor contracts:


To ensure member practices are well positioned, TCCN proactively signed Letters of Agreement/Intent with all CMO’s who submitted a proposal to DCH. If a practice receives an email, call, or contract from a Medicaid CMO trying to recruit for their network, you are under no obligation to sign their documents. Instead, please refer them to The Children’s Care Network at contact@tccn-choa.org or 404-785-0101.

Practice Business Support

HHS Office Releases HIPAA Privacy Rule Updates*


The U.S. Department for Health and Human Services recently released two updates regarding HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.




New Overtime Rule Effective July 1st*


On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule regarding overtime regulations, effective July 1, 2024. The rule updates previous regulations and extends overtime protections. Click here for more.

KHF Question of the Day- Staff Raises*


Q: Did you give a raise thus far this year, or have a planned raise later in the year?


Click here to view the results.

PPMA Stat Poll- Requiring Medical Records for New Patients*


PPMA released their weekly poll results regarding medical record requirements for new patients. Click here to view the results.


Please note that the information is for sharing purposes only and KHF is not endorsing any suggestions or recommendations.


No Stress CPT Training


Are you looking for CPR training for you or your team? Would you like to offer CPR training to your practice parents hosted in a local KHF medical office or your own?

 

No Stress Training offers a variety of CPR training programs to suit your needs. Book your staff CPR training at our special KHF rate! Check out this flyer for more information.

Quality Programs

June Quality Steps Newsletter



Check out the June edition here!


Topics for this month include:

  • Minimum standard scorecards
  • Contracted payor scorecards
  • Working your summer recall lists

TCCN Summer Recall Push



For practices that participate in TCCN payor contracts- TCCN recently sent each practice their contracted payor recall lists between June 4th - June 6th. As you work your recall lists, please refer to this resource below for helpful tips on how to get started.


Summer Recall Push- Click Here to View the Quick Start Guide

KHF Payor Updates

KHF Billing & Coding Newsletter



Check out the latest here!


Topics for this month include:

  • 2024 Top Codes Tip Sheet
  • Payor Bulletins
  • Billing for HEDIS Compliance

In Case You Missed It

KHF Practice Administrator Meeting Recaps



AAP Updated Refusal to Immunize Form


Change HealthCare Cyberattack Updates


Curi Webinar Recording: ADA/FMLA and Worker's Compensation


CDC Health Alert: Stay Alert for Measles Cases


Update on Mental Health Parity Act

Click here to access the DCH's mental health parity portal for updates and resources


DEA Regulation on Pharmacy to Pharmacy Rx Transfer

Click here for the DEA site as well as an article by Holland & Knight on this new rule.


Telemed across state lines

Georgia Medicaid Changes Policy on Reporting Sick Visits with Well-Visits

ADHD Medication Shortages- Letter to HHS

Georgia Composite Medical Board Decisions Regarding Prescribing Via Telemedicine

CME Opportunity: Training on DEA requirements mandated by the MATE Act.

Drug Use in Teens: A Guide for Pediatricians


Updated Resources on Screen Time and Social Media for Children

The "AAP's Bold Stance on the Value of Pediatrics" 

Communications


TCCN Roundup:


The TCCN Roundup is designed to be a weekly information hub for all things TCCN. 

  • Please click to check out the latest issue
  • Please note that the link above only accounts for some TCCN updates. In order to view the full TCCN Newsletter with your contracted payor updates please check your TCCN inbox!

 

Resources

Practice Administrator Contact List


Kids Health First Who to Call List


Kids Health First Intranet Page