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Free mammograms for members offered Saturday at Methodist Hospital Southlake in Merrillville

MHS — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:36:20 +0000

Managed Health Services (MHS) will offer no-charge mammograms Saturday for members of its plan who live in and around Lake County.

From 9 a.m. to noon at Methodist Hospital Southlake, located at 101 E. 87th Ave. in Merrillville, MHS plan members ages 40-69 who have not received a mammogram in the last 12 months can undergo a free screening by hospital staff.

Appointments are required as no walk-ins are accepted. MHS is also offering complimentary transportation for members if needed.

Eligible MHS members who complete a mammogram screening Saturday will receive $20 in credits on their CentAccount debit card to use on approved health-related items and at www.diapers.com for diapers, bottles and other approved baby-care items. If members follow-up with their primary care physician to get the results of their mammogram and undergo an annual cervical cancer and Chlamydia screening, they can earn additional CentAccount credits worth up to $40.

MHS will also be providing general women’s health information, smoking cessation materials, a breast exam shower hanger with information in both English and Spanish about how to conduct a self exam and complimentary health consultations. Light snacks will be provided.

Right Choices Program

MHS — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:24:47 +0000

Beginning January 2010, members identified as high utilizers in need of specialized intervention will be enrolled into the Right Choices Program (RCP), formerly the Restricted Card Program. As RCP participants, members will be assigned to one (1) primary medical provider (PMP), one (1) pharmacy and one (1) hospital. Based on thresholds established by the State, some members will be reviewed by a clinical team at MHS and possibly placed in the RCP. The PMP will serve as the member’s primary lock-in physician and will be able to manage his or her care and coordinate service delivery. More detailed information about the RCP will be coming from your county’s designated Provider Relations Specialist.

MHS Letter to PMPs (PDF)
IHCP Provider Monthly News – RCP Article (PDF)
MHS RCP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Providers

You can also find information about the RCP in our most recent Provider Newsletters:
Provider Watch January 2010
The Communicator Winter 2010

Pharmacy Benefit Updates for Providers-updated 12/22/09

MHS — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:34:28 +0000

Updated 12/22/09

Effective December 31, 2009 the Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning will assume responsibility for the administration of the Hoosier Healthwise managed care organizations and Healthy Indiana Plan pharmacy benefits. Hewlett Packard (HP – formerly EDS) will process all outpatient pharmacy claims and manage pharmaceutical services for drugs and some drug-related medical supplies and medical devices provided by enrolled Indiana Health Coverage Programs pharmacy or durable medical equipment providers.

IHCP Provider Bulletin BT200948
MHS Pharmacy Benefit Changes Fax Blast (PDF)

Provider Manual and Quick Reference Guide
New versions of the MHS Provider Manual and Quick Reference Guide (QRG) effective 12/31/09, have been uploaded.
MHS Provider Manual
Chapter 8: Pharmacy has been replaced with Chapter 9 from the IHCP Provider Manual.
MHS Provider Quick Reference Guide

Pharmacy Preferred Drug List and Forms
Pharmacy manuals and forms are now located at the Indiana Medicaid and Indiana Pharmacy Benefits management Web sites.
Indiana Medicaid Preferred Drug List
Indiana Medicaid Pharmacy Forms

Important Notice Regarding Hospital Reimbursement

MHS — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:28:37 +0000

The State of Indiana has issued notice of an impending emergency rule change and released a corresponding provider bulletin BT200943 regarding payment of inpatient and outpatient hospital rates. The bulletin can be found on the Indiana Medicaid Web site, www.indianamedicaid.com.

In response, MHS has prepared and released a clarifying letter to Indiana hospitals:

Letter to Indiana Hospitals (PDF)

Any questions should be directed to your MHS Provider Relations Specialist at (877) 647-4848.

Pharmacy program changes for Hoosier Healthwise-updated 12/22/09

MHS — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:17:59 +0000

This letter is to inform you about a change in the pharmacy programs for the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) and the Hoosier Healthwise program.

Updated 12/22/09

Healthy Lifestyles Sunday at Kingdom Life Christian Cathedral, South Bend IN

MHS — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:57:11 +0000

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Health Check Health Day at Heart City Health Center, Elkhart, IN, Monday, September 28th, 2009

MHS — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:37:00 +0000

MHS members arrived for their pre-scheduled well-child check-ups and health education on September 28, 2009. Health Check Health Days are designed for MHS members to receive their routine check-ups. MHS works with the doctor to set aside time just for MHS patients. Then, MHS will send out a patient letter and a follow up phone call to those members that are due for a check-up.

The Members in attendance on Monday were very grateful for the chance to get their children in to the Doctor for their well-child check-ups. They were unaware that MHS provided this special service and were excited their children’s health plan was being pro-active.

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MHS employees volunteer for Habitat for Humanity Build, Saturday, October 3, 2009

MHS — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:43:11 +0000

MHS volunteers help construct a Habitat for Humanity home for young family Saturday, October 3 near Fountain Square. Home dedication with Cathedral High School and Gospel Choir is scheduled for 10 am, Saturday, October 24.

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MHS and Cenpatico Webinar: Funding Options for Healthcare Integration, October 2nd, 2009

MHS — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:55:25 +0000

Webinar Invitation (PDF)

Hispanic Latino Health Coalition of Elkhart Health Fair, Saturday, September 12, 2009

MHS — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:29:04 +0000

Area families receive important screenings and health education at the 5th Annual Hispanic Latino Health Coalition of Elkhart’s Health Fair Saturday, September 12 at Elkhart Central High School.

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