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.

People who have limited benefits through Family Planning Medicaid and meet the new eligibility rules will automatically receive full Medicaid coverage as of December 1, 2023.

The NC Falls Prevention Coalition is sharing a free, virtual weekly program. The Dance for Parkinson's (DFP) program is a welcoming, open opportunity for people of all abilities to find joy in movement. Many participants without Parkinson's enjoy the time spent simply moving with others. 

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Value Pathways (MVPs) registration window is open for the 2023 performance year.  Individuals, groups, subgroups, and Alternative Payment Model (APM) Entities that wish to report an MCP can register until November 30, 2023 at 8 p.m. ET.  

Do you know someone making a positive difference in North Carolina?  Help us recognize their contribution by nominating them for a Recovery Champion or Youth/Young Adult Voice Award. 

As you know, North Carolina Medicaid expansion takes effect on December 1, 2023! This will be a game changer for more than 600,000 people who will now be able to access health care, and is the most significant investment in the health of our state in decades.

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Medicaid Managed Care Fireside Chat:

Medicaid Expansion & Other Hot Topics

Thursday,  October 19 | 5:30 p.m.

Medical librarians work tirelessly to support healthcare providers, researchers, and patients for evidence-based medical knowledge.

North Carolina recently announced that Medicaid expansion will launch on December 1, 2023.