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California

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) recently held a webinar to explain the new Medi-Cal quarter surveys to establish a Maximum Allowable Ingredient Cost (MAIC) program for multi-source generic drug reimbursement. The surveys will be sent to the corporate contact for each chain, not to the pharmacy. MAIC rates will be published by December 1, 2020, and effective January 1, 2021. The meeting was recorded and the slide deck is available on Mercer’s Medi-Cal Rx Website. The webinar recording can be accessed by using the following password: h5#moJC^

Also in California. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has issued guidance to clarify clinical lab licensure requirements for pharmacies, pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians performing COVID-19 testing under the provisions of waivers issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA).

Also in California. DHCS held a Medi-Cal Rx Public Forum sharing information related to the transition of pharmacy services reimbursement from managed care to Fee-For-Service effective January 1, 2021. Notably, there is now a Med-Cal Rx website that contains a link for pharmacy providers to “register” for the Medi-Cal Rx provider portal. This portal allows for pharmacies to try out the new system and get more detailed information on training and important information going forward. To register for the provider portal, please go to the secure portal. Pharmacies should also register for the Medi-Cal Rx subscription service. More information on the forum can be found here.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:55:52-04:00September 25, 2020|California|

Connecticut

The Connecticut Insurance Department met with NACDS to discuss the issue of pharmaceutical drug pricing in the state. The Department indicated that they also held calls with drug wholesalers, drug manufacturers, health plans, independent pharmacies, and the PBMs. No legislation proposal was discussed on the call.

For more information, please contact NACDS’ Ben Pearlman at 617-515-2603.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:54:31-04:00September 25, 2020|Connecticut|

Louisiana

The Republican Speaker of the House of Representatives and President of the Senate, announced that they are convening a 30-day special session on Monday, September 28^th to address the state’s budget shortfall related to low oil prices, COVID, hurricane recovery costs, and the rapidly depleting unemployment trust fund. There may also be items discussed aimed at curtailing the Governor’s emergency executive powers. View proclamation here.

Also in Louisiana. On September 23, the Department of Health provided an informational bulletin updating temporary changes in Medicaid provider policies and managed care practices in their emergency declaration for COVID-19. More information can be found here.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:53:34-04:00September 25, 2020|Louisiana|

Maryland

Maryland Medicaid has published Advisory #216 to require that pharmacies report the “Quantity Prescribed” field for dispensed Schedule II Drugs beginning September 21.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:52:34-04:00September 25, 2020|Maryland|

Massachusetts

NACDS joined the Massachusetts Association of Health Plans to promote childhood vaccinations. Recently Governor Charlie Baker (R) issued an executive order that all children ages 3 and up enrolled in school must have a flu vaccination before January 1, 2021. Attached is one of the communications highlighting this issue.

For more information, please contact NACDS’ Ben Pearlman at 617-515-2603.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:51:24-04:00September 25, 2020|Massachusetts|

Michigan

The Michigan Opioids Task Force and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) have announced the details about two virtual opioids town halls. MDHHS and the Michigan Opioids Task Force will share a 2020 strategy and seek feedback from the public and host a Q-and-A about the crisis response.

Also in Michigan. The annual Michigan Medicaid Health Plan common formulary stakeholder meeting will be held virtually this year due to COVID-19. Information about how to join via Microsoft Teams can be found in this press release.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:50:19-04:00September 25, 2020|Michigan|

Mississippi

The Mississippi Division of Medicaid has issued a proposed rule that would amend medical assistance regulations related to a Medicaid State Plan amendment (SPA 20-0013) to allow coverage of vaccine administration by pharmacists under the Vaccines for Children Program. Comments on the proposed changes are due October 10, 2020.

Also in Mississippi. The Mississippi Division of Medicaid has issued a proposed rule that would amend regulations under Title 23, Part 214, Chapter 2, to update the participation and enrollment requirement for pharmacists providing disease management services. Comments are due September 28, 2020.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:48:32-04:00September 25, 2020|Mississippi|

Nebraska

The Department of Health and Human Services issued a Medicaid provider bulletin reminding pharmacies that the quantity prescribed field must be completed on claims submitted on and after September 21.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:46:21-04:00September 25, 2020|Nebraska|

New York

The New York State Department of Health held its third stakeholder meeting to provide updates on progress regarding the pharmacy carve out set to take effect April 1, 2021. During the Q and A section of the meeting, the Department stated that at this time there is no plan to reduce the fee-for-service pharmacy dispensing fee.

For more information, please contact NACDS’ Ben Pearlman at 617-515-2603.

Michael Angeloni2020-09-25T12:44:47-04:00September 25, 2020|New York|

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