New tip sheet available for the Behavioral Health HEDIS measure: Follow-Up Care for Children Prescribed ADHD Medication (ADD)
Nov. 2022Important Notices
The ADD HEDIS® measure outlines the importance for members 6 to 12 years old who are newly prescribed a medication for ADHD to receive, at minimum, three appointments—an initial appointment with the prescriber and subsequent appointments with the treatment team, including behavioral health treatment providers—within 10 months of starting the new medication. The tip sheet defines the HEDIS measure and offers providers tips to ensure continuity of care for their patients who are prescribed medications for ADHD for the first time. Learn more about the ADD HEDIS measure.
HEDIS®
The Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) is a registered trademark of NCQA.
HEDIS®
The Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) is a registered trademark of NCQA.
Recent Announcements
Important updates on influenza prevention and treatment
As we continue to navigate flu season, we want to emphasize three critical areas to ensure the health and safety of your patients who are UPMC Health Plan members: Consider antiviral therapy when appropriate, encourage masking to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, and continue to recommend the flu vaccine.Feb. 2025Important Notices
Provider OnLine Enhancements
Provider OnLine will soon be launching enhancements to the authorization process.Feb. 2025Important Notices
CME Webinar: Asthma Clinical Guideline Updates
Please join us for a live, CME-accredited webinar on Wednesday, April 30, that will provide an overview of asthma clinical guideline updates.Feb. 2025Education/Webinars