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November 04, 2021

Postpartum Extension

The Postpartum Extension is a program that came out of the passage of HB 1114 in the 2020 legislative session. It became effective July 1, 2021 and will continue through June 30, 2026. CMS requires that a Post Award Forum be held within six months of implementation and requires a 30-day period for public comments prior to the forum.

Congratulations Commissioner Noggle for being named in Leadership Georgia's Class of 2022

October 14, 2021

DCH Commissioner Caylee Noggle announced as part of the Leadership Georgia Class of 2022!

DCH Commissioner Caylee Noggle has been announced as a member of the Leadership Georgia Class of 2022. Please see the announcement on Facebook.

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October 08, 2021

Wellness Program Updates: COVID-19 Vaccination Activity

Eligible participants include active and pre-65 retired Plan members who received their full vaccination as Plan members any time since January 1, 2021 (the beginning of our Plan Year).

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regulatory guidelines prohibit Medicare Advantage members from earning an incentive for participating in the COVID-19 Vaccination Activity. The COVID-19 Vaccination Activity is an extension of SHBP Annual Wellness Initiatives offered to SHBP Commercial (non-MA) members and covered spouses enrolled in Anthem, UnitedHealthcare and Kaiser Permanente Plan Options.

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September 16, 2021

Provider Relief Fund Phase 4 Information

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has announced $25.5 billion in new funding that is available for distribution to all states through the Provider Relief Fund (PRF) Phase 4.