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Join us for a Connecting Kids to Coverage webinar on February 15 to learn about data trends, best practices to get families enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP to access dental health care, and new Campaign outreach resources. Register: omnicomgroup.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex – Dr. NC #NCDHM
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Q8: Let’s spread the good news. Please share resources, programs and legislative priorities you’re championing to help children achieve good dental health in your communities. #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Stakeholders can work with their state #Medicaid agencies to understand access issues in their state and work to develop state-specific solutions. The has more information on oral health coalitions across the country. – Dr. NC #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Q7: What can community leaders, policymakers and health care advocates do to support children’s oral health? #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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CMS is working with states to improve the coordination of oral health and primary medical care, to provide preventive care early and connect children to ongoing dental care. Learn more here: medicaid.gov/medicaid/quali – Dr. NC #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Q6: What can health care providers and health systems do to support children’s dental health? #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Parents are critical to connecting their children to ongoing dental care early. Parents can use the “Find A Dentist” tool to identify Medicaid-participating dentists near them: insurekidsnow.gov/find-a-dentist – Dr. NC #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Q5: What role do parents and caregivers play in supporting children’s oral health? #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Our Connecting Kids to Coverage “Think Teeth” materials promote the importance of dental coverage for children, teens, & expectant mothers. Get free customizable posters & social media materials here: insurekidsnow.gov/initiatives/im – Dr. NC #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Q4: What can be done to promote children’s oral health? #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Dental service use among Medicaid & CHIP kids has declined due to the #COVID19 Public Health Emergency. Compared to data from 2019, preliminary data for 2020-21 shows 12.9 million (24%) fewer dental services among children covered under Medicaid & CHIP. – Dr. NC #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Q3: What barriers prevent children from experiencing good dental health? #NCDHM #KidsTeeth
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Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases among children, despite being largely preventable. In the United States, almost 15% of kids & teens have untreated cavities, which can negatively affect physical & social development, and school performance. – Dr. NC #NCDHM
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Tune in at 2 pm ET as our Chief Dental Officer Dr. Natalia Chalmers (Dr. NC) takes over the CMS account to join and chat #KidsTeeth! #NCDHM
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Have questions on the #Medicare #PromotingInteroperability Program scoring methodology? Learn more here: go.cms.gov/3tpAo4V
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Don't miss today's #HealthEquity conversation, at 1 pm EST, where I will meet with faith leaders to discuss how we are bridging the gap on health disparities experienced by Black individuals and families. Register here: go.cms.gov/3oC463H
#BlackHistoryMonth
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Were you a hula hooper or a hopscotch kid? Embrace the old-school—promote heart health by adding a fun physical activity to your routine! More ways to live heart-healthy: go.cms.gov/3shooAr
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Are you interested in developing QCDR measures for future #MIPS performance years? Our upcoming webinar will provide an overview of the development, criteria, and evaluation processes. Register here: go.cms.gov/3gm4bUD #QPP
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CMS’s Compliance Review Program checks health plans and clearinghouses for adherence to #HIPAA Administrative Simplification standards. Check out this infographic to learn how the process works: go.cms.gov/34Fm0eB #AdminSimp
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Attention senior leaders! CMS is #hiring for a Director in our #Data and Systems Group. For more information please visit go.cms.gov/3rlk0Ru by 2/27/2022.
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CMS strives to hire enthusiastic students and graduates that want to make an impact at the nation’s healthcare epicenter. #CMSCareers
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#MIPS deadline: Do you want SURS technical assistance help to complete your 2021 MIPS data submission? Don’t forget the SURS initiative will end February 15. Reach out as soon as possible to ensure you get support: go.cms.gov/3skAatI #QPP
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Join us in celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth!
Contributions from health professionals & advocates in the African American community have improved health outcomes & care for countless people. Learn from about empowering better health: go.hc.gov/3goP4tn
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Need more information on the 2022 #Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program requirements? Watch this recorded webinar to learn more: go.cms.gov/3HMtfjj #CMSInterop
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans, including Black men and women. Learn how you can maintain your heart health during #AmericanHeartMonth and #BlackHistoryMonth: go.cms.gov/3J3Tx0R #CMSHealthEquity
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#COVID19 vaccine boosters can protect you from serious illness and hospitalizations from the virus, including from the Omicron variant. Get protected today!
Find vaccines near you at vaccines.gov.
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#DYK? 1 in 77 U.S. children live with a heart condition, and are more likely to have special health care needs. With #Medicaid & #CHIP, kids can access essential doctor visits & prescriptions they may need to keep their heart healthy: go.hc.gov/3rbP5Hv #AmericanHeartMonth
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Do you know the 2022 eCQM requirements for the #Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program? To learn more, visit: go.cms.gov/3eUSqDI #CMSInterop
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Deciding which improvement activities and Promoting Interoperability measures you’ll report on for the 2022 performance year? Our new data validation criteria document provides an overview of the updated activities and measures available: go.cms.gov/3Hsy0yp
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During February, CMS recognizes #AmericanHeartMonth & #BlackHistoryMonth. Black Americans are disproportionately impacted by many heart conditions & risk factors. Find resources to encourage your patients to maintain their heart health: go.cms.gov/3rqbuke #CMSHealthEquity
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Deciding which improvement activities and Promoting Interoperability measures you’ll report on for the 2022 performance year? Our new data validation criteria document provides an overview of the updated activities and measures available: go.cms.gov/3J6G3RU #MIPS #QPP
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A new series of reports from on substance-exposed pregnancies highlights how pregnant and postpartum women and their children can benefit from evidence-based prevention and treatment strategies. Read more: go.usa.gov/xtpED
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National Children’s Dental Health Month is here! Help your kids make healthy teeth a habit with regular dental check-ups. With #Medicaid & #CHIP kids and teens up to age 19 can access regular cleanings and fluoride treatments: go.cms.gov/3Hp1E7O
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Today is #WomenPhysiciansDay 🩺. Observed on the birthday of the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States, Elizabeth Blackwell, today we celebrate all the women physicians that help keep us healthy.
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Good news for #Medicare beneficiaries! Over-the-counter #COVID19 test kits will be covered for free in early spring from participating providers and pharmacies. Up to 8 tests per month per person. cms.gov/newsroom/news-
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CMS is releasing proposed payment policy changes and updates for the #Medicare health and drug programs in 2023 that would continue to create more choices and provide affordable options for Medicare beneficiaries that meet their unique health needs. cms.gov/newsroom/press
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ICYMI, CMS’s #Medicare Director, spoke at #HCValueWeek, sharing our vision for Medicare as a transforming force for the health care system, working to align and grow models to advance #healthequity and #valuebasedcare. healthaffairs.org/do/10.1377/for
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A new #ComparativeBillingReport Chiropractic Treatment of the Spine has been released. Learn more and register for the Feb. 9th webinar at go.cms.gov/3I0ixG1.
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When a patient has coverage through multiple care providers, a coordination of benefits transaction helps determine payment responsibilities. Download our fact sheet to learn more: go.cms.gov/3Gm4cDm #AdminSimp
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CMS will issue a new #ComparativeBillingReport (CBR) on Chiropractic Treatment of the Spine in the coming days. Learn more and register for the Feb. 9, 2022 webinar at the CBR Homepage: go.cms.gov/3nfjSAM.
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CMS commits a record $49.4 million to reduce the number of uninsured children and connect more eligible children, parents, and pregnant individuals to health care coverage: edit.cms.gov/newsroom/press
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Not sure whether your organization needs to comply with #HIPAA’s Administrative Simplification provisions? Find out if you’re a covered entity: go.cms.gov/33gCppn #AdminSimp
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If you’re a recent graduate, you may be eligible for job opportunities through the Pathways program. #CMSCareers
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14.5 million people signed up for 2022 health care coverage through the Marketplaces during #MarketplaceOE from November 1, 2021 through January 15, 2022 – including 5.8 million people who have newly gained coverage under the Administration! cms.gov/newsroom/press
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