The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will launch a new iServe Nebraska portal on January 27 that will serve as an easy-to-use system for individuals to apply to get help with food, heat, electricity, healthcare, childcare, and other essential needs. Individuals may apply for a single benefit or more at the same time. Also, starting March 1, DHHS will review each Medicaid member’s current eligibility. Members who are no longer eligible for Medicaid will have their information forwarded to the federal marketplace for follow-up about other coverage options.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) posted an Interim Guidance for Clinicians to Prioritize Antiviral Treatment of Influenza in the Setting of Reduced Availability of Oseltamivir, an official CDC Health Advisory.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) posted a Health Alert for COVID-19 Therapeutics Updates and Shortages of Oseltamivir, Amoxicillin, & Amoxicillin-Clavulanate (December 8).

Also in Nebraska, the DHHS posted a Notice of Public Hearing has been posted for changes to Nebraska Administrative Code (NAC), including Wholesale Drug Distributors (172 NAC 131) and Delegated Dispensing Permits (172 NAC 134). The hearing will be held on January 10, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Written comments may be provided no later than the day of the hearing.

Finally in Nebraska, the DHHS announced the issuance of Summer Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) benefits to certain Nebraska households. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) posted the COVID-19 Fee Schedule Bivalent Booster Updated (revised 10.27.2022).

Also in Nebraska, the DHHS announced Medicaid’s next COVOID update call will be held on November 2 at noon (Central). To join the call, dial 408-418-9388 (access code) 2492 610 1342 or use the meeting link:
https://sonvideo.webex.com/sonvideo/j.php?MTID=m3aab184252403e62a6ff312be38e9d54

Also in Nebraska, the Board of Pharmacy posted its agenda for the November 7 meeting.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

On October 13, the Department of Health, and Human Services (HHS) posted the COVID-19 Fee Schedule Bivalent Booster Update.

Also in Nebraska, the HHS posted the Aducamumab (Aduhelm) prior authorization form for Fee-for-Service to its website.

Finally in Nebraska, the Credentialing Review (407) Program will meet on October 26 regarding Pharmacy Technicians. The agenda has been posted on the Credential Review (407) Pharmacy Technician webpage.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

Gov. Pete Ricketts (R) issued Executive Order 22-05, to expire on December 31, 2022. Executive Order 22-02, which is currently scheduled to expire on September 30, 2022, shall remain in effect through December 31, 2022, and the identical statutory waivers and conditions contained within Executive Orders 21-12 and 21-15 that were extended by Executive Order 22-02 shall remain in effect through December 31, 2022, except that Medication Aide renewals will no longer be deferred after March 31, 2022. The Department of Health and Human Services prepared FAQs related to Executive Order 22-05.

Also in Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced the next COVID Update call will take place on October 12 at noon (Central). To join the all, dial 1-408-418-9388 and enter access code: 2485 909 6350 or use the meeting link: https://sonvideo.webex.com/sonvideo/j.php?MTID=m18465ba5a677a644d13049ac859b21dc 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

The Department of Health and Human Services announced the selection of three health plans to provide health care services in Heritage Health, the state’s Medicaid managed care program. Molina Healthcare of Nebraska, Nebraska Total Care and UnitedHealth Care of the Midlands were selected; contracts will be effective January 1, 2024. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced the next COVID Medicaid Provider call will take place on October 5 at noon (Central). Call details will be posted at this website one week before the call.

Also in Nebraska, the DHHS issued a News Release, titled “Nebraska Medicaid To Interview Bidders For New Managed Care Contracts.” 

Finally in Nebraska, the DHHS posted the following: 

• Durable Medical Equipment, Medical Supplies, Orthotics and Prosthetics July 1, 2022 (REVISED) and 
• New COVID Fee Schedule July 2022 (Revised 8.12.22). 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced the next COVID-19 Medicaid Provider call will take place on September 7 at noon (Central).  Call details will be posted at this website one week before the call. Also, a recording of the August 3 COVID-19 provider call is now available.

Also in Nebraska, the DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) posted the COVID-19 Fee Schedule July 2022 (Revised 7.28.22).

For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.