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Trillium Provider Network Announces 2026 Claims & Contracting Changes

Jan 6, 2026 9:30:00 AM / by Chris Jones, DrPH posted in behavioral health, Tailored Plans

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Effective July 1, 2026, Trillium Health Resources, a leading specialty care manager (LME/MCO) for individuals with serious behavioral health, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury in North Carolina, will implement a major enhancement to streamline operations for providers across its Tailored Plan. The organization is transitioning to a unified claims system, designed to simplify processes and improve efficiency for all stakeholders.

Under this new approach, all providers—including those delivering behavioral health, physical health, and long-term services and supports (LTSS)—will submit claims through a single, centralized portal. This change eliminates the need for multiple systems, reducing administrative burden and creating a more seamless experience for providers.


Why This Change Matters

Moving to a unified claims system ensures:

  • Consistency in claims processing across all service types.
  • Reduced administrative complexity for providers.
  • Improved transparency and faster resolution of claims issues.

 


Provider Support Resources

Trillium offers comprehensive tools and contact points to assist providers during this transition:

  • Provider Portals
    Access claims submission, eligibility verification, and authorization tools through the secure provider portal.
  • Contact Directory
    Find dedicated phone numbers and email addresses for provider relations, claims assistance, and technical support in the contact directory.
  • Training & Guidance
    Explore manuals, FAQs, and step-by-step instructions for portal navigation and claims processes via training and guidance section.
  • Specialized Support
    Separate contact options for behavioral health, physical health, and LTSS services ensure tailored assistance. Details are available on the contact and information portal.


Actionable Tips for Providers

  1. Review Current Processes – Identify workflows impacted by the new portal.
  2. Train Your Staff – Use Trillium’s guides and recorded webinars.
  3. Set Up Portal Access Early – Complete registration as soon as instructions are released.
  4. Update Compliance Documentation – Align policies with new requirements.
  5. Stay Connected – Subscribe to provider bulletins and attend office hours.

Next Steps for Providers

  • Mark Your Calendar: The unified claims system goes live on July 1, 2026.
  • Attend Training: Watch for announcements about upcoming webinars and office hours.
  • Stay Informed: Review provider bulletins and subscribe to Trillium updates.

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Easing Provider Administrative Burden: Tailored Plan Flexibilities

Jul 31, 2024 8:30:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, practice management, Tailored Plans, prior authorizations

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The administrative complexities of providing care to your patients now covered under Tailored Plans can be frustrating. NC Medicaid hopes to ease provider administrative burden in the transition period, and ensure that beneficiaries receive uninterrupted care.

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Tailored Plans and Tailored Care Management for PCPs and Specialists

Jun 13, 2024 9:08:38 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, tailored care management, Tailored Plans

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Tailored Plans (TP) and Tailored Care Management (TCM) for Primary Care Providers (PCP) and Specialty Providers

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Tailored Plan Touchpoints, Alerts and Support

Jun 4, 2024 7:47:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Billing, Primary Care, practice management, Tailored Plans

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Tailored Plans are set to launch on July 1, 2024. As a provider of physical health services, you and your teams need to know how and where to submit claims for payment of services rendered. 

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NC Medicaid Tailored Plans Launch July 1, 2024: Guides and Resources to support you

May 20, 2024 9:35:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, Pediatrics, Tailored Plans

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Medicaid Managed Care Webinars

May 6, 2024 8:12:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Tailored Plans

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Medicaid Managed Care Back Porch Chat

Mar 20, 2024 8:17:15 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, practice management, Tailored Plans

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NC Medicaid Tailored Plans go live July 1, 2024: What you need to know

Feb 20, 2024 8:30:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, practice management, Tailored Plans

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North Carolina Medicaid Division of Health Benefits (DHB) has announced that Tailored Plans (the health plans for qualifying members with mental health needs, substance use disorders, intellectual/developmental disabilities or traumatic brain injuries) will start on July 1, 2024.

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Local Management Entities (LMEs) consolidating in North Carolina

Nov 2, 2023 8:30:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Tailored Plans

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On November 1, North Carolina Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Kody Kinsey, released a directive that Local Management Entities / Managed Care Organizations (LME-MCOs) are consolidating from 6 to 4 entities (Partners Health Management, Alliance Health, Vaya Health, Trillium Health Resources).

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Launch of Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Tailored Plans Delayed

Jul 12, 2023 8:00:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, Tailored Plans

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The Department of Health and Human Services is delaying implementation of the Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Tailored Plans.  Tailored Plan launch was scheduled for October 1, 2023, but will now go forward at a date still to be determined.

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