In this issue:

Provider Resources and Information

• September is Suicide Prevention Month
• Reporting Adverse Incidents
• Reminder to Verify Provider License Status
• Transition for Ending Reimbursement for Residential Child Care Facilities
• Billing Under A Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician
• Home and Community Based Services for Persons With Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Waiver Programs
• Behavioral Health Claims and Billing Information
• ICYMI: RAE Roundtable Behavioral Health Resources
• Behavioral Health Provider Handbook

Public Health Information

• Stay Updated on the Public Health Emergency Declaration
• FREE COVID Self Tests
• Statewide COVID Vaccine Information

Upcoming Webinars / Events

Member Resources

SEPTEMBER IS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH

Suicide is not inevitable for anyone and suicide prevention is everyone's business. By starting the conversation, providing support, and directing help to those who need it, we can prevent suicides and save lives. Evidence shows that providing support services, talking about suicide, reducing access to means of self-harm, and following up with loved ones are just some of the actions we can all take to help others. There are many effective suicide prevention programs now being implemented that bring hope, optimism, and recovery to people struggling with thoughts of suicide and their families. Below are just a select few organizations that provide suicide prevention resources.

•       988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
•       Suicide Prevention Resource Center
•       Zero Suicide Resources
•       National Council on Aging-How to Respond to Suicide Risk in Older Adults
•       American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-LGBTQ Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
•       Preventing Veteran Suicide-Veteran Outreach Toolkit
•       Colorado Office of Suicide Prevention
•       Gun Safety and Suicide

REPORTING ADVERSE INCIDENTS

Managing care effectively and assuring the safety of members is a principal philosophy of Beacon Health Options Colorado. Every provider is required to report incidents involving Medicaid members who have either harmed or and occurrence exists with had the potential to harm a member. This includes members receiving services now, and those discharged in the last 90 days. Click here for information on the requirement.

REMINDER TO VERIFY PROVIDER LICENSE STATUS

A Message From The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing

Providers are reminded to keep licenses up to date. If a provider has recently received a notification about an expired license, the status can be confirmed by logging into the Provider Web Portal to verify the license status and update licenses as applicable.

• Login into the Provider Web Portal. Note: Delegates have limited access, check with your

           administrator if your access allows updating capabilities for licensing.        

• Select Provider Maintenance, twice.
• Click on Provider Identification Changes.
• Result: All applicable licenses that are on file and associated with the portal account will display.

Refer to the Provider Maintenance - Update License Quick Guide for more information.

TRANSITION FOR ENDING REIMBURSEMENT FOR RESIDENTIAL CHILD CARE FACILITIES

From The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing

The Department outlined the end of reimbursement for residential child care facilities (RCCF) via Policy Transmittal (RAE MCO 22-02) in May 2022. That policy transmittal indicates that the Capitated Behavioral Health Benefit managed by Managed Care Entities (MCEs) will no longer reimburse Residential Child Care Facilities (RCCFs) who are enrolled as Provider Type (PT) 52 effective July 1, 2022. See the entire document here.

BILLING UNDER A LICENSED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN

Effective May 1, 2022, language was provided to allow newly licensed behavioral health providers to continue to bill under a supervisor (licensed behavioral health clinician) while pursuing contracting with a Regional Accountable Entity (RAE). This is being expanded to allow newly hired licensed behavioral health providers with a group practice to bill under a supervising behavioral health clinician while the provider is working toward credentialing and contracting with a RAE.

Effective July 1, 2022, this policy understanding will be reflected in the Uniform Service Coding Standards Manual with the following language:

Practitioners who are enrolled with Medicaid and have applied for credentials with a Regional Accountable Entity (RAE) may submit claims under a supervising provider for a maximum of 90 days while completing contracting with a RAE.

This policy applies to:

• Newly licensed BH providers who were providing services to members under clinical supervision while they were working toward licensure.
• Licensed BH providers who are hired by a group practice.

Contact John Laukkanen at John.Laukkanen@state.co.us with questions about this policy.

HOME AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES FOR PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND/OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES WAIVER PROGRAMS

The Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs provide Health First Colorado members who meet special eligibility criteria access to additional services in their homes and communities as an alternative to institutional care. Level of care determinations are made annually by the case management agencies (aka Community Centered Boards). Members must meet financial and medical eligibility, as well as program-specific criteria to access services under a waiver. The applicant must be at risk of transition to a nursing facility, hospital, or Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID). To utilize waiver benefits, members must be willing to receive services in their homes or communities. For more information, click here to be taken to the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing's webpage regarding this program.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLAIMS AND BILLING INFORMATION

Beacon Colorado Provider Relations team previously hosted a training on behavioral health billing and claims. If you missed the training or need a refresh, please click here and it will take you to the HCI webpage where you can access the Zoom recording and slides.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: RAE ROUNDTABLE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Here is a link to information that was offered in previous Beacon RAE Roundtables, including the August call information on Dentaquest, facility rosters and RAE resources.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROVIDER HANDBOOK

As a reminder, you can access The Provider Handbook on Health Colorado's website under the Provider Handbooks & Policies section. Please utilize these resources to answer questions in regards to covered services, claims, provider information, etc.

MONKEYPOX RESOURCES

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has a webpage with Monkeypox information, resources and vaccine information.

The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) also has a webpage with local statistics and information as well as a social media tookit which is encouraged to share with the public.

STAY UPDATED WITH THE PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY DECLARATIONS

Another extension started July 15, 2022, and if extended the full 90 days, runs through October 13, 2022.

Keep updated on the public health emergency declarations for COVID-19 by visiting this site. You are also encouraged to visit the state site as well.

FREE COVID-19 SELF TESTS

Residential households in the U.S. are now eligible for another order of free COVID-19 self- tests on USPS.com.

• Each order now includes 8 rapid antigen COVID-19 tests
• Orders will come in 2 separate packages (4 tests in each package), each with its own tracking number and will ship for free

Self- tests for COVID-19 give rapid results and can be taken anywhere, regardless of your vaccination status or whether or not you have symptoms. They give your result in a few minutes and are different from laboratory-based tests that may take days to return your result. 

RAE ROUNDTABLE FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROVIDERS---2nd Friday of every month at 11am

Please click here to join the webinar:



Or By Telephone:1-669-900-6833---Webinar ID: 995 7438 8100----Passcode: 173943

Visit the HCI website for details on previous calls.

SUICIDE IN AMERICA'S HEARTLAND--WEBINAR

Hosted by Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network

This webinar will address the issue of suicide in rural and agricultural communities as well as identifying strategies for suicide prevention and postvention intervention.

• Wednesday, September 7, 2022  12pm (MST)
• Click here for more information and to register.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PAYMENT REFORM

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing invites providers to participate in a virtual presentation and discussion session about value-based payment on Friday, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m. Participants can expect to hear about the history of value-based payment models, find out more about Safety Net Provider definitions and qualifications, and get a look at financial models and straw pricing. A discussion following the presentation will take place in small breakout rooms. Below is the meeting info and registration link. Your insights are valuable; register today and join your peers for this important session. 

Topic: Provider Convening to Discuss Behavioral Health Payment Reform

When: Friday, Sept. 9, 2022   1pm (MST)

Register in advance for this meeting. This session is scheduled through Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from no-reply@zoom.us. You can add the event to your calendar by selecting “Add to Calendar” in the confirmation emails. Note: Your confirmation link is unique to you and should not be forwarded.

Questions can be sent to Tyler Marsh, Behavioral Health Safety Net Unit Supervisor, Department of Health Care Policy & Financing. 

MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING--WEBINAR

Hosted by Beacon Health Options

In this 2-hour training, attendees will learn the theory & principles behind Motivational Interviewing as well as processes & techniques healthcare providers can use to implement Motivational Interviewing into their practice. This is an introductory level topic training.

• Tuesday, September 13, 2022  1pm (MST)
• Click here to register.

EQUITABLE YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION: RISK CONSIDERATIONS AND TREATMENT IMPLICATIONS

Hosted by Beacon Health Options

Providing the most recent information available related to youth suicide and suicide prevention during and after COVID-19.

• Wednesday, September 14, 2022  10am (MST)
• Click here to register.

YOUTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 101

Hosted by Beacon Health Options

This 2-hour long training will provide a high-level overview of Behavioral Health in Children & Adolescents. Topics discussed include childhood development, risk & protective factors, special population considerations, and an overview of common childhood diagnoses such as ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder & Attachment Disorders. This 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.

• Wednesday, September 21, 2022  1pm (MST)
• Click here to register.

CLAIM SUBMISSION GUIDELINES--WEBINAR

Hosted by Beacon Health Options

This live training provides an overview of billing and claims information and how to submit claims to Beacon Health Options along with reviewing best practices and avoiding claim denials.

• Thursday, September 22, 2022  10am (MST)
• Click here to register.

SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER (SUD) RESIDENTIAL AND INPATIENT ROUNDTABLE

Beacon Health Options, on behalf of Health Colorado, Inc. (RAE Region 4) would like to invite you and your agency staff to attend a SUD Residential and Inpatient Treatment Provider Round Table Discussion.

• Tuesday, September 27, 2022  8am (MST)
• Click here for the flyer with more information and the call in number.

PROVIDERCONNECT OVERVIEW--WEBINAR

Hosted by Beacon Health Options

This webinar is intended for providers and office staff becoming familiar with ProviderConnect, Beacon's provider portal, for the first time.

• Wednesday, September 28, 2022  12pm (MST)
• Click here to register.

MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER (SUD) DOCUMENTATION TRAINING

Beacon Health Options’ Colorado Quality Team is hosting a Zoom training on Mental Health and SUD documentation.

• Thursday, September 29, 2022 from 9am to 11am (MST)
• Click here for the flyer with more information and to register.

2022 COLORADO COUNSELING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE

The Colorado Counseling Association is hosting its 2022 Fall Conference at the Copper Mountain Ski Resort Conference Center September 15 through September 17th. This event is expected to be the largest conference for counseling students, new, working, and retired professional counselors in Colorado. Click here to be taken to their webpage with more information.

2022 ANNUAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TRAINING CONFERENCE

Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council (CBHC) is hosting the largest Behavioral Health Conference in the state of Colorado. Each year, hundreds of behavioral health specialists, members of the state and criminal justice system, physical health providers, and university students attend CHBC’s annual behavioral health conference. The conference focuses on best clinical and business practices in behavioral health. They have a great lineup of presenters, including keynote speakers, Dr. Morgan Medlock and Daniel Lerner.

• September 21, 2022 through September 24, 2022
• Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center in Breckenridge, Colorado
• Click here for detailed information and to register.

BIPOC PARENT VIRTUAL LISTENING SESSIONS

This fall members of the Exceptional Student Services Unit from the Colorado Department of Education are hosting BIPOC Parent Listening Sessions. The priority is to attend to the perspectives of representative voices when making decisions about policy, training and supports designed for students with exceptionalities. The desired outcome for these four fall listening sessions is to learn from parents about ways to better serve and support BIPOC students with exceptionalities. Below are English and Spanish flyers announcing the sessions which start September 10th. Please feel free to distribute widely to parents and guardians you believe would have an interest in participating. For additional information, please contact Michael Ramirez at 303-866-6991.

• English BIPOC Listening Session Fall Flyer
• Spanish BIPOC Listening Session Fall Flyer

September 2022