Healthfirst's Legacy Provider Portal fully retires on Dec. 22, 2025
Availity Essentials is Healthfirst’s New Provider Portal
Important Update: On Dec. 22, 2025, the legacy Healthfirst Provider Portal will be retired. See updates and upcoming training opportunities on the Availity Essentials transition.
Reminder: Complete Your Compliance Activities for 2025
Healthfirst providers must complete their annual compliance requirements by December 31, 2025
This effort supports our commitment to regulatory compliance and high-quality care. Providers must complete applicable training and/or attestations by December 31, 2025.
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View allHealthfirst will fully transition to Availity Essentials as our new provider portal on December 22, 2025
Providers can access all Healthfirst tools through Availity Essentials, our new secure provider portal platform.
View postUpdated Telehealth Modifier Use
Healthfirst updated billing requirements for telehealth services delivered through New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) licensed and/or designated outpatient programs.
View postUpdate on NYS Medicaid Coverage for Therapeutic Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Effective November 1, 2025, and in accordance with New York State Department of Health guidance, Healthfirst will provide coverage for Therapeutic Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for eligible Medicaid, Medicaid Advantage Plus, and Health and Recovery Plan members diagnosed with Treatment-Resistant Major Depressive Disorder.
View postPrior Authorization Guidelines for Select Services Effective February 1, 2026
Starting February 1, 2026, Healthfirst will add prior authorization requirements for selected vision services.
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