Coming soon: LGBTQIA+ Affirming Provider Designation toolkits

Dec. 2023Important Notices
In the coming weeks, we will send the LGBTQIA+ Affirming Provider Designation toolkits to providers who have earned the designation to date. These kits include a provider welcome letter, postcard, badge reel, lapel pin, table tent, and talking points for office staff. Please note that this shipment requires a signature for delivery.

Interested in earning the designation?
We encourage all providers to earn the LGBTQIA+ Affirming Provider Designation. To get started, complete these three modules:

Recent Announcements

Voluntary nationwide recall: Ocaliva (Intercept – September)

Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily withdrawing Ocaliva® (obeticholic acid) from the market. Ocaliva is used to treat a rare liver disease called primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).
Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates

HelpScript service helps patients enroll in manufacturer copay assistance programs

End-to-end provider support helps ensure a smooth submission process
Oct. 2025Important Notices

Important announcement – Telehealth submissions

As of October 1, 2025, UPMC Health Plan continues to accept the submission of telehealth claims. Providers may conduct telehealth visits for UPMC Health Plan members in all UPMC Insurance products. UPMC Insurance products include UPMC Advantage group and individual products, UPMC for Life Medicare Advantage plans, UPMC for Kids CHIP plans, UPMC Community HealthChoices, and UPMC for You Medical Assistance plans.
Sep. 2025Important Notices