Healthfirst has been closely monitoring the service disruptions caused by a cybersecurity incident that impacted the operations of Change Healthcare. (See FAQ updated April 9, 2024)
View postHealthfirst is excited to announce our newest benefit plan, Essential Plan 200–250, launching on April 1, 2024.
View postEarlier this year, Healthfirst shared an update to our Standard Fee Schedule for specific acupuncturist, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy codes.
View postBeginning Jan. 1, 2024, Healthfirst members and participating network providers may access clinical guidelines for prior authorization (PA) requests for all Medicare basic healthcare services.
View postA new benefit category has been established for Medicare Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) for standard and custom-fitted compression garments and additional lymphedema compression treatment items that are primarily and customarily used to serve a medical purpose.
View postRemind patients to schedule a colorectal cancer exam starting at age 45. A screening can detect cancer early, when it's easier to treat.
View postThe federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) related to the COVID‑19 pandemic ended on May 11, 2023. In this resource, you will find the latest PHE policy and procedure updates that may affect Healthfirst participating providers.
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View postNew York State (NYS) Medicaid has provided coverage for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) carrier screening since 2014. However, effective October 1, 2023, the coverage criteria for SMA carrier screening has been expanded to all NYS Medicaid members who are planning to become, or already are pregnant.
View postEnsure you remain current on the most recent changes
View postHere’s what you need to know about the annual Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers & Systems (CAHPS) survey.
View postServices now available through NYS Medical Answering Services (MAS)
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