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April 30, 2018                                                                                      
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In March 2018 there were 1,294,260 Coloradans enrolled in Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program) and 84,846 enrolled in
(CHP+).
Upcoming Events and Helpful Resources
Health First Colorado printed materials are available on our website. 
Health First Colorado videos for use in waiting rooms and other areas members visit are available for download on our website. 
New to PEAK or Need a Refresher?

The Intro to PEAK and Application Walk-Through recorded webinars are available anytime. For more information and trainings, visit the PEAK Outreach Initiative website.
Public Rule Review Opportunities

Anyone interested in a one-on-one discussion with Department staff about upcoming rules is invited to attend the Department's Public Rule Review Meeting. Information is available on the Public Rule Review Meetings web page. 

For more information, or to be added to the Medical Services Board email distribution list, please contact Chris Sykes.
Employment Opportunities

Applying for state government jobs is easy. Applications are electronic, you will receive updates, and you do not need to answer any written questions until it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications. 

Check out the website for State of Colorado jobs including the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing jobs.
Welcome to the April 2018 edition of At a Glance!

At a Glance is a Department of Health Care Policy and Financing publication which provides information on major initiatives including policy changes and program updates. Please feel free to share At a Glance with your colleagues. Previous editions of At a Glance are available on our website.

Thank you for your interest!

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Breaking News
Correction: Help for People Affected by Substance Abuse
Last month we provided information about free help for people affected by substance abuse and their families. 

This help is offered through a federal grant, the State Targeted Response to the Opioid Crisis. Because of this, certain conditions apply. Please read this informational flyer to learn more.
 
We apologize for the inconvenience.
 
For more information, contact Jenny Wood.
Reminder: Federal Criminal Background Check due June 1, 2018
On May 1, 2018, DXC Technology will begin mailing official requests for fingerprint submissions from providers enrolled in a provider type with 'high' categorical risk.
 
Providers must send their fingerprints by June 1, 2018 or face termination of their enrollment.
 
Providers cannot fingerprint themselves; fingerprints must be obtained from a law enforcement agency. Providers should contact their local law enforcement agencies to verify the agency has fingerprinting services available and to identify the associated cost.
 
Once the fingerprint card has been completed, mail the completed card(s) to:
 
DXC Technology
Attn: Provider Enrollment - Fingerprinting
P.O. Box 30
Denver, CO  80201

Original Applicant Fingerprint Cards must be sent directly to DXC for processing. Photocopies, faxes, emails and electronic versions of the Applicant Fingerprint Card will not be accepted.
 
Original Applicant Fingerprint Cards are currently being accepted. You may send your original Applicant Fingerprint Card at any time.  All original Applicant Fingerprint Cards must be sent by June 1, 2018.
 
New Supplemental Resources -- Senior Dental Program & Opioid Use
A new resource covering the Senior Dental Program and an updated resource on Colorado's efforts to curb opioid abuse are now available  on our website. 

Please feel free to share these materials, which provide a more in-depth look at these important topics covered in our  Department Annual Report. 
Updated Income Limit Guidelines
Effective April 1, 2018 the Department has updated the income limit guidelines for:
  • Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI)
  • Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
  • Health First Colorado Buy-In Program for Children with Disabilities(CBwD)
  • Health First Colorado Buy-In Program for Working Adults with Disabilities (WAwD)
  • Medicare Savings Program (MSP) and Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) programs.
The income guidelines for these programs are based on the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and are updated annually as the FPL is adjusted. The Colorado Benefits Management System (CBMS) has been adjusted to reflect the new income guidelines for Medicaid and CHP+ according to the charts.
 
Agency Letters and Updated Income Guideline Charts:

Agency Letter HCPF 18-003 - MAGI-Health First Colorado and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) 2018 Increase to Income Limits

Agency Letter HCPF 18-004 - Health First Colorado Buy-In Program for Working Adults with Disabilities 2018 Increase to Income Limits

Agency Letter HCPF 18-005 - Agency Letter HCPF18-005 - Health First Colorado Buy-In Program for Children with Disabilities 2018 Increase to Income Limits

Agency Letter HCPF 18-006 - Medical Assistance- Medicare Savings Program and Low Income Subsidy 2018 Increase to Income Limits
 

Legislative Update
January 10, 2018 marked the first day of the second session of the  71st  General Assembly. Per the state Constitution, the Colorado legislature is in session no more than 120 days, adjourning this year on May 9, 2018.
 
Department Legislation
The Department has five bills on its legislative agenda this session, including:
  1. Redesign of Children's Habilitation Residential Program (CHRP) Waiver HB18-1328. Status: Signed by Governor Hickenlooper.
  2. Conflict-free Case Management (CFCM) for Single-Entry Points HB18-1288. Status: Died in Senate State Affairs Committee.
  3. Cost Savings through Transition Services & Community Living HB18-1326. Status: Signed by Governor Hickenlooper.
  4. Align Managed Care Statute with Federal Regulations. HB18-1431 Status: Assigned to House Health, Insurance & Environment Committee.
  5. Remove Outdated Waiver References from Statute SB18-093. This bill will remove references to the Persons Living with AIDS Waiver from statute. Status: Signed by Governor Hickenlooper.   
More information about Department bills is available  on our website . 
 
For more information, contact David DeNovellis.

Delivery Systems Innovation
Accountable Care Collaborative Phase II Behavioral Health Policy Webinar

Health First Colorado members will be able to receive short-term behavioral health services within the primary care setting for brief episodic conditions. 

 

Check out more about this new policy by watching this ACC Phase II webinar.

 
To learn more about ACC Phase II, visit CO.gov/HCPF/ACCPhase2. 

Accountable Care Collaborative Phase II Resources

The next iteration of the Accountable Care Collaborative (ACC) is scheduled to begin July 1, 2018. 

 

The goals of the next phase are to improve member health and reduce costs.

 

On our Phase II web page you'll find:
    • Updates on Our Progress
    • Upcoming Webinars
    • Attribution-Common Terms Defined
    • Provider Contracting
    • Phase II Questions
    • Regional Accountable Entity (RAE) contracts
  Sign up for Phase II updates sent straight to your inbox!

Operational Excellence
Income Eligibility Verification System/Reasonable Compatibility Webinar Now Available Online
The Department hosted a webinar on April 3, 2018 to discuss updates and enhancements coming in June 2018 to the Colorado Benefits Management System (CBMS) Income Eligibility Verification System (IEVS) and its use of Reasonable Compatibility for Medical Assistance categories.  
 
More helpful information and resources for eligibility partners are on our Training Topics, Reference Documents and Guides web page. 
 
Nondiscrimination Policy
The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing complies with applicable federal and state civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, creed, political beliefs, or disability. Learn more about our Nondiscrimination Policy.

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