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New Posted Aug 05, 2026
Reimbursement Policies Updated in August 2026

Providers are encouraged to review these updated policies to ensure compliance with current billing and reimbursement requirements.

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New Posted Aug 03, 2026
Managing Member Concerns and Grievances

These FAQs serve as a resource to help practices identify and address member concerns and dissatisfaction. Along with enhancing the quality of care and service delivery to foster a positive member experience and reduce the occurrence of complaints and grievances.

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New Posted Aug 03, 2026
World Lung Cancer Day (Aug 1): Documentation and Coding Resources for Your Practice

The Healthfirst Clinical Documentation and Coding team offers resources to support accurate, complete documentation and coding for patients with Lung Cancer.

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New Posted Jul 31, 2026
Cotiviti Claim Pattern Review Program

Starting August 1, 2026, Healthfirst will implement Cotiviti’s Claim Pattern Review (CPR) Program to conduct ongoing reviews of specific professional claims.

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New Posted Jul 30, 2026
Managing Shared Services in Households with Multiple Members

Effective April 6, 2026, Healthfirst may designate a portion of authorized Personal Care Services (PCS) or Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Services (CDPAS) hours as shared services when two or more members live in the same household.

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New Posted Jul 30, 2026
Access to Care and Appointment Availability Audits

This FAQ helps providers understand Access to Care and Appointment Availability (ACAA) standards and prepare for compliance audits.

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New Posted Jul 27, 2026
Provider Updates for August 2026

Learn more about key updates providers should know.

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Posted Jul 07, 2026
Updated Healthfirst Policy for the Authorization of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Services, Effective Oct. 7, 2026

The updated ABA policy outlines applicable requirements, including coverage criteria, authorization requirements, documentation expectations, and other relevant guidance for ABA services.

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Posted Jul 07, 2026
Physical and Occupational Therapy Authorization and Approval Guidance

To ensure Healthfirst members receive quality, consistent, and timely care, a provider questionnaire has been introduced to accompany the initial prior authorization request for Adult Physical Therapy.

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Posted Jul 01, 2026
Documentation & Coding Refresh for July 2026

Take a mid-year moment to refresh your documentation and coding knowledge.

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Posted Jul 01, 2026
Healthfirst Lab Reimbursement Policy Updates

Please review these lab policies to understand how they may impact claims submission and payment.

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Posted Jun 30, 2026
Prior Authorization Required for Newly Released Codes Starting July 1, 2026

Codes newly released by the American Medical Association will include prior authorization requirements starting July 1, 2026.

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