May 5, 2021 at 3:00 PM CT
UPDATE – Getting questions about vaccines? These resources can help
Now more than ever, patients may be asking questions about the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines. These resources can help answer those questions and give you information to share: 1) The Building COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence self-paced learning course has tips and scenarios that will help you respond during conversations with members. 2) Our Vaccine Confidence resources page has direct links to vaccine information from the AMA, CDC and more. And 3) The What to know about COVID-19 vaccines resource site can help members learn more and consider their options.
COVID-19 billing and temporary provision updates
The COVID-19 Billing Guide and Summary of COVID-19 Temporary Program Provisions are handy references to current program and billing information.
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Arizona: Help for your patients with chronic pain
Last Modified | 05.12.2021
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has identified Pima Pain Center as a Center of Excellence in the treatment of complex pain conditions. Pima Pain Center provides integrated care for patients who struggle with chronic pain, including those who have an opioid use disorder.
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New bundled payment program launches in Tennessee
Last Modified | 05.12.2021
The UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Tennessee is proud to announce the launch of a new bundled payment program for total joint replacement (TJR) and bariatric surgery.
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What's new with Cancer Therapy Pathways Program
Last Modified | 05.12.2021
Starting May 1, 2021, the Cancer Therapy Pathways program will include follicular lymphoma and marginal zone lymphoma.
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Smart Edits to include behavioral health, starting June 2021
Last Modified | 05.11.2021
Smart Edits claims processing tool now available for behavioral health care professionals.
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Optum Pay™ basic now includes unlimited users
Last Modified | 05.11.2021
Optum Pay™ has modified the benefits available in both the basic and premium portal access levels: Beginning May 22, 2021, basic access will include unlimited users for each account. For premium access, fees will be capped at $2,000 per billing cycle, per TIN.
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Arizona: Help for your patients with chronic pain
Last Modified | 05.12.2021
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has identified Pima Pain Center as a Center of Excellence in the treatment of complex pain conditions. Pima Pain Center provides integrated care for patients who struggle with chronic pain, including those who have an opioid use disorder.
Read Full ArticleNew bundled payment program launches in Tennessee
Last Modified | 05.12.2021
The UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Tennessee is proud to announce the launch of a new bundled payment program for total joint replacement (TJR) and bariatric surgery.
Read Full ArticleWhat's new with Cancer Therapy Pathways Program
Last Modified | 05.12.2021
Starting May 1, 2021, the Cancer Therapy Pathways program will include follicular lymphoma and marginal zone lymphoma.
Read Full ArticleSmart Edits to include behavioral health, starting June 2021
Last Modified | 05.11.2021
Smart Edits claims processing tool now available for behavioral health care professionals.
Read Full ArticleOptum Pay™ basic now includes unlimited users
Last Modified | 05.11.2021
Optum Pay™ has modified the benefits available in both the basic and premium portal access levels: Beginning May 22, 2021, basic access will include unlimited users for each account. For premium access, fees will be capped at $2,000 per billing cycle, per TIN.
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