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!
August is National Immunization Awareness Month!
Aug 10, 2022 8:29:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Vaccines, family medicine, Pediatrics, Vaccination
New 988 Suicide Help Line Goes Nationwide on July 16, 2022
Jul 13, 2022 8:15:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in mental health, family medicine, Pediatrics, suicide, crisis
Today the Northwest AHEC Practice Support team brings you an announcement from the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy regarding the 988 Suicide Help Line.
Medicaid: Some policies permanent, others sunsetting June 30th
Jun 22, 2022 9:38:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, OB/GYN, behavioral health, Pediatrics
Based on the North Carolina State of Emergency established through Executive Order (EO) 116, NC Medicaid implemented temporary changes to clinical policy to support providers and beneficiaries during the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
Medicaid Managed Care Webinar: Providing Care Access for Children and Youth in Foster Care
Jun 8, 2022 1:12:52 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Pediatrics, foster care
Please join us for an educational webinar about how the provider community can best support children and youth in Foster Care.
Infant and Specialty Formula Shortage Update
May 18, 2022 2:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, Pediatrics, infant formula
From HRSA: The FDA recently published an update about the infant and specialty formula shortage.
You are invited!
Apr 27, 2022 10:30:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Quality Improvement, diabetes, Pediatrics, immunization
You are invited to participate in Medicaid Quality Improvement Work with NC AHEC — your gateway to Population Health Improvement and Shared Savings!
Child Mental Health in Primary Care: Free Consultation
Mar 30, 2022 10:21:36 AM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in mental health, family medicine, anxiety, Pediatrics, depression
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the Children's Hospital Association,
Participate in Medicaid Quality Improvement Work with NC AHEC!
Mar 23, 2022 2:26:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Quality Improvement, diabetes, Pediatrics, immunization
You’re Invited to Participate in Medicaid Quality Improvement Work with NC AHEC — your gateway to Population Health Improvement and Shared Savings!
It's Easy and Free to Connect with NCCARE360
Mar 2, 2022 8:30:00 AM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in Primary Care, nccare360, Pediatrics, care management, referral
If you are not already connected and using the NCCARE360 platform, now is the time to learn more! Join Meghan Knight, Community Engagement Manager for a free information session to learn how you can easily connect your patients to community resources.
NC Matters: An important FREE resource for Primary Care Providers
Feb 3, 2022 8:00:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, mental health, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, depression
Postpartum depression is a form of depression that occurs in some women following pregnancy and delivery. It is one of the most common medical complications during the six months following childbirth and is associated with adverse outcomes for both mother and child. In North Carolina, nearly 11% of women experienced postpartum depression. Source: America's Health Rankings https://www.americashealthrankings.org/explore/health-of-women-and-children/measure/postpartum_depression/state/NC
