The Northwest AHEC Practice Support Team supports social, physical, and economic environments which promote attaining the full potential of health and well-being for all. This blog segment highlights impactful publications which promote improved health outcomes through Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) each month.
Ethics of Perinatal Care for Black Women: Dismantling the Structural Racism in “Mother Blame” Narratives
Aug 31, 2022 4:09:14 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Social Determinants of Health, health disparities
Still undecided about contracting with Tailored Plans? Projected Panel data by practice available now!
Aug 31, 2022 10:11:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Tailored Plans
Today we bring you updates from North Carolina Division of Health Benefits...
Highlighted Resource for August 15, 2022: Monkeypox Resources
Aug 18, 2022 7:58:16 AM / by Practice Support Team
Monkeypox has now been declared a national public health emergency in the US, with more than 8,900 cases nationwide and more than 100 cases in North Carolina.
The UNC Health Sciences Library has created a guide to reliable health resources on monkeypox, including a page targeted towards health care providers that addresses diagnosis, treatment, talking to patients, and more.
To learn more, check out the ADL's Highlighted Resource for August 15, 2022:
Monkeypox Resources
CDC Releases New Guidance for Minimizing Impact of COVID-19 on Individuals, Communities, and Health Systems
Aug 17, 2022 4:00:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in COVID-19, Primary Care
What is already known about this topic?
High levels of immunity and availability of effective COVID-19 prevention and management tools have reduced the risk for medically significant illness and death.
Medicaid Managed Care Back Porch Chat: Tailored Plan 101: Ready, Set, Launch!
Aug 17, 2022 1:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, tailored care management, practice management, Tailored Plans
This webinar series is designed to support all Medicaid providers, practice managers, quality improvement professionals, care coordinators and other leaders within your practice to help you prepare for the launch of Tailored Plans in December of 2022.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month!
Aug 10, 2022 8:29:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Vaccines, family medicine, Pediatrics, Vaccination
You know how challenging it has been to ensure your patients have been kept up to date on their vaccines. As we all prepare for school to start, and the approach of flu season, take advantage of resources from CDC and others to help get everyone up to date!
Announcing the NC AHEC Practice Management Academy!
Aug 3, 2022 1:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in practice management
What are the basic skills and knowledge that practice managers need in order for their practices to thrive? The NC AHEC Practice Management Academy is designed to answer that question!
You're Invited: Carolina Complete Health and Partners Health Management Info Session
Aug 3, 2022 10:15:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, Tailored Plans
As part of NC Medicaid Transformation, Tailored Plans will launch on December 1, 2022.
North Carolina is building on the current LME/MCO services to include physical health and pharmacy services for Medicaid beneficiaries with the most complex needs.
CDC Issues 'Dear Colleague' Message About Monkeypox
Aug 3, 2022 8:00:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in cdc, monkeypox
On July 27, Dr. Rochelle Walensky issued a Dear Colleague letter for health care providers.
CMS wants to hear from you!
Aug 2, 2022 2:09:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in medicare, Medicare advantage
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a Request for Information seeking public comment on the Medicare Advantage program.
