HCI Behavioral Health Provider Newsletter
A monthly collection of must-know information and resources
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In this issue:
- Provider Resources and Information
- National Stress-Free Holidays Month
- Billing Health First Colorado Members for Services
- State Launches "I Matter" Program
- Health Colorado Member Resources
- Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Testing (EPSDT)
- Broadband Discount Program
- Health Colorado Website
- Where Do I Start Webinar
- Life Care Planning Advance Directive Workshop
- Free Higher Education for Health First Colorado Members
- Tax Credit Resources
- COVID
- State to Provide At-Home COVID Tests
- Statewide COVID Vaccine Information
- Upcoming events and webinars
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PROVIDER RESOURCES AND INFORMATION |
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NATIONAL STRESS-FREE HOLIDAYS MONTH
Holidays provide opportunity for celebration, gift-giving, reflection, tradition, relationship and spiritual renewal, and relaxation. However, they often bring about family tension, crowded schedules, remembrances of lost loved ones, and/or additional tasks and expectations. By determining your goals for the holidays and by staying in control of your overall plan, you can help to ward off excessive stress and have more stress free family holiday and a enjoyable time all around. Click here for a list of helpful tips to prevent holiday stress and ward off depression. |
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ATTENTION! BILLING HEALTH FIRST COLORADO MEMBERS FOR SERVICES
It is important that all health care providers know that Health First Colorado members cannot be billed for services covered by Health First Colorado. Please visit this policy statement for more detailed information.
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STATE LAUNCHES "I MATTER" PROGRAM
Colorado House Bill 21-1258 established this temporary behavioral health services program to provide access to mental health and substance use disorder services for youth, including addressing needs that may have resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is open to youth 18 years of age or younger or 21 years of age or younger if receiving special education services.
The program, called I Matter, is funded by the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health. The program provides up to 3 free behavioral health sessions for youth in Colorado and reimburses participating providers, which are licensed clinicians from agencies and independent contractors. The I Matter program also has a statewide public awareness and outreach campaign that includes digital ads on platforms such as TikTok and Snapchat, and on-the-ground outreach to schools and youth organizations. Both the awareness campaign and the IMatterColorado.org website were informed by youth feedback.
Governor Jared Polis signed the bipartisan legislation, which dedicated $9 million to the program as part of the Polis-Primavera administration’s Colorado Comeback roadmap. The program is funded until June 30, 2022.
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HEALTH COLORADO MEMBER RESOURCES |
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Beacon and Health Colorado would like to give their providers important resources to share with members. |
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EARLY AND PERIODIC SCREENING, DIAGNOSTIC AND TREATMENT (EPSDT)
The Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) benefit provides comprehensive and preventive health care services for Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program) members age 20 and under. EPSDT is key to ensuring that children and youth receive appropriate preventive, dental, mental health, developmental and specialty services. Click here for a flyer with more information.
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BROADBAND DISCOUNT PROGRAM
Please help spread the word about the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB). It gives a temporary discount on monthly broadband bills during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Anyone who gets cellular from the Lifeline program, free and reduced-priced school lunch or school breakfast program, SNAP, or Health First Colorado may qualify. People who have recently lost their job or had a large loss of income, or who receive Federal Pell Grants may also qualify.
People who qualify can get:
- Up to $50 per month discount on broadband service or up to $75 per month discount if their household is on Tribal lands
- A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer.
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HEALTH COLORADO WEBSITE
Health Colorado's website provides many resources for members to access to keep up with their health and wellness. Get access to all things member related here and share as needed. |
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HEALTH COLORADO: WHERE DO I START? WEBINAR
Beacon and Health Colorado will assist with questions new members have regarding Medicaid benefits.
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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.
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HELP GET THE WORD OUT! FREE HIGHER EDUCATION FOR HEALTH FIRST COLORADO MEMBERS
Did you know Health First Colorado members may qualify to get their degree for free? Members can keep their coverage even if they receive grants, scholarships or work study placements. Money received for education does not count as income.
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MONTHLY TAX CREDIT RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & STAKEHOLDERS
This toolkit was created for anyone to use to spread the word that expanded tax credits can help lift up to 40% of Colorado families out of poverty. The toolkit contains English and Spanish language messages, a flyer for distribution in physical settings, and sample newsletter and text message content. Please share with your networks and families who could benefit from these new cash-back resources! |
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STATE TO PROVIDE RAPID AT-HOME TESTS AT NO COST
Colorado is distributing free rapid COVID-19 over the counter (OTC) self tests directly to people’s homes. The program uses Abbott BinaxNOW™ rapid antigen tests that show results within 15 minutes. The program has been specifically designed to provide parents, guardians, and caregivers some peace of mind by making it easy to test school-aged children and help keep schools open. Individuals must apply through the CDPHE rapid at-home testing program website. Share this widely with your patients. |
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STATEWIDE COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment provide extensive resources and up to date information regarding the COVID vaccine.
For vaccine information from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, visit this webpage.
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Beacon / HCI Webinars / Events |
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RAE ROUNDTABLE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH---2nd Fri of every month at 11am
Or By Telephone:1-669-900-6833---Webinar ID: 995 7438 8100----Passcode: 173943
Visit the HCI website for details on previous calls.
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MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
In this 2-hour training, attendees will learn the theory and principles behind Motivational Interviewing as well as processes and techniques healthcare providers can use to implement Motivational Interviewing into their practice. This is an introductory level topic training. No CE credit is associated with this training.
- Monday, December 6, 2021 1pm (MST)
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Click here to register.
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 101--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
A high-level overview of behavioral health definitions and practices. Training will define common behavioral health diagnoses like Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorders, and will provide statistics, background, common signs and symptoms associated.
- Wednesday, December 8, 2021 1pm (MST)
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Click here to register.
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YOUTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 101--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
This 2-hour long training will provide a high-level overview of Behavioral Health in children and adolescents. Topics include: childhood development, risk and protective factors, special population considerations, and an overview of common childhood diagnoses such as ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Attachment Disorders. Training is intended for healthcare professionals who are not already knowledgeable and/or experienced in child behavioral healthcare. Experienced child behavioral health providers are also welcome to attend as a content refresher. No CE Credit is available for this training.
- Thursday, December 9, 2021 1pm (MST)
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Click here to register.
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SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are conditions in which people live that affect their health risks and outcomes in a variety of ways. In this 2-hour webinar, attendees with learn to identify SDOH and understand how they affect physical and behavioral health disparities and outcomes. We will also explore ways to assess and address SDOH in practice.
- Friday, December 10, 2021 1pm (MST)
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Click here to register.
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PROVIDERCONNECT OVERVIEW--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
This webinar is intended for providers and office staff becoming familiar with ProviderConnect for the first time.
- Wednesday, December 15, 2021 12pm (MST)
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Click here to register.
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TIMELY BILLING PRACTICES--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
This live training provides an overview of timely billing and claims information and how to submit claims to Beacon Health Options along with reviewing best practices and avoiding claim denials.
- Thursday, December 16, 2021 8am (MST)
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Click here to register.
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PROVIDERCONNECT CLAIMS--WEBINAR
Provided by Beacon Health Options
This webinar is designed for providers and office billing staff who submit claims electronically by either batch or directly through ProviderConnect.
- Thursday, December 16, 2021 12pm (MST)
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Click here to register.
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MENTAL HEALTH AND SUD DOCUMENTATION TRAINING--WEBINAR
Beacon Colorado's Quality team will be hosting a documentation training for behavioral health and SUD providers.
- Thursday, December 30, 2021 1pm - 3pmm (MST)
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Click here for more information and to register in advance.
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