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National report recognizes CP as a technology leader

admin — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:33:46 +0000

New NTEN report highlights CP's technology strategy.

NewMMIS eligibility codes and messages

Laura at CP — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:08:30 +0000

MassHealth has updated their Provider Manual with explanations of the eligibility codes for NewMMIS.

Conversation on race and health in Springfield

Laura at CP — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:35:18 +0000

On Saturday, June 6, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ) will be facilitating a daylong conversation about race and health in an event co-sponsored by Tapestry Health and the Springfield Disparities Project.

New information resources from BCBS Foundation

Laura at CP — Fri, 29 May 2009 16:02:56 +0000

The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation has updated its website with new resources for information and analysis on health care reform.

CommCare open enrollment May 25 - June 25, 2009

Laura at CP — Tue, 26 May 2009 18:05:15 +0000

Commonwealth Care members who live in areas where more than one health plan is offered may change their plans between May 25 and June 25, 2009.

Health benefits eligibility chart for elders in 2009

Laura at CP — Thu, 21 May 2009 19:10:52 +0000

A chart from the SHINE program shows eligibility guidelines for elders for health-related public benefit programs in 2009.

Medical Security Program FAQ

Laura at CP — Wed, 13 May 2009 13:24:23 +0000

An unofficial guide to questions HAN members have asked about the Medical Security Program (MSP).

MassHealth Advocacy Guide updated

Laura at CP — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:36:55 +0000

The Massachusetts Law Reform Institute has updated their excellent MassHealth Advocacy Guide for 2009.

2009 Affordability Schedule is out

Laura at CP — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:00:48 +0000

Overall, standards for 2009 are less stringent than they were in 2008.

Free cell phones and landline discounts for low-income people

Laura at CP — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:34:17 +0000

Those currently receiving public benefits may be eligible for discounted telephone service.

How to get a Hardship Waiver for the Medical Security Program

Laura at CP — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:35:47 +0000

A helpful expenses form makes it easier for unemployed people to prove they can’t afford premium costs. Thanks to Karen Landry at the Gateway Health Access Program in Gardner for sharing it.

Free help for clients filing state and federal tax forms

Meg at CP — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:38:23 +0000

Sites throughout the Commonwealth offer free help to low- and moderate-income Massachusetts residents.

What do outreach workers think of health care reform?

Anne — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:11:22 +0000

Between Oct. 8 and Oct. 16, 2008, 54 outreach workers in Massachusetts communities responded to a nine-question online survey from Community Partners asking for their observations and opinions of health care reform (HCR) after two years of implementation.

2009 income guidelines for MassHealth, other programs

Carol — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:42:26 +0000

New Federal Poverty Guidelines are effective March 1 for Massachusetts health care programs.

MassHealth member rights and drug copay increases

Laura at CP — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 19:08:57 +0000

A know-your-rights flyer from Community Partners explains new MassHealth copay increases and reminds members that even when they cannot pay the copay at the counter, the pharmacy is required to dispense their prescriptions.

What you told the Obama team about Health Care Reform

admin — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:06:58 +0000

Tom Daschle invited people across the nation to share their concerns, fears, and ideas about bringing change to the health care system with the Obama-Biden Transition Team. Outreach workers respond.

MLRI training on health coverage programs

Laura at CP — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:42:27 +0000

On February 4, 2009, Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI) will host a daylong training in Boston about state-subsidized health coverage programs.

Turnaround time for ERVs reduced

Anne — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:19:37 +0000

ERV timeline is now 30 days.

MassHealth Dental Resources

Laura at CP — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:00:52 +0000

A list of helpful referrals to help finding a dentist or oral surgeon who takes MassHealth, and resolving problems with the MassHealth dental program.

New guidelines for Prescription Advantage in 2009

Anne — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:50:22 +0000

Prescription Advantage (PA), Massachusetts’ prescription drug assistance program for seniors and people with disabilities, has released enrollment and cost information for 2009.