February 28, 2018 / by Health Plan / Pharmacy Announcements
Prescription cough and cold medicines containing codeine or hydrocodone are available in combination with other medicines, such as antihistamines and decongestants, in prescription medicines to treat coughs and symptoms associated with allergies or the common cold. These medications may carry serious risks, including slowed or difficult breathing, misuse, abuse, addiction, overdose, and death, all of […]
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In the Pharmacy: Pharmacists Furnishing Nicotine Replacement Products
March 30, 2018 / by Health Plan / Pharmacy Announcements
Learning Objectives: Review the California State Board of Pharmacy regulations for pharmacists to furnish nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products, which have been in effect since January 2016. Describe strategies to promote smoking cessation in pharmacy practice. Summarize best practices for responsible prescribing of NRT products. Key Points: Tobacco dependence continues to be a leading cause […]
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The Eyes of March – and the Rest of the Year
March 22, 2018 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
March is Save Your Vision Month and Workplace Eye Wellness Month. But at Health Plan of San Joaquin, every month is members’ eye health month. Following is good advice for our members, as well as our community. Eyes aren’t just the windows to the soul. For adults and children with diabetes – the eyes are […]
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Canceled – 3/22 – LUNCH & LEARN EVENT – Palliative Care Implementation, effective January 1, 2018
March 20, 2018 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: March 20, 2018 To: ALL: Primary Care Physicians, Oncologists, Cardiologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists From: Medical Management Department – Case Management Subject: Canceled – 3/22 – LUNCH & LEARN EVENT – Palliative Care Implementation, effective January 1, 2018 Business: Medi-Cal LUNCH & LEARN EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED Health Plan of San Joaquin Lunch & Learn […]
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Mandatory Reporting of Immunization Information
March 13, 2018 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: March 13, 2018 To: Primary Care Providers and Pharmacies From: Health Plan of San Joaquin Pharmacy Department Subject: Mandatory Reporting of Immunization Information Business: Medi-Cal The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) strongly recommends that all Managed Care Plan (MCP) network providers report immunization information within 14 days of administering an immunization. The following […]
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Mandatory Reporting of Immunization Information
March 13, 2018 / by Health Plan / Alerts, Pharmacy Announcements
Date: March 13, 2018 To: Primary Care Providers and Pharmacies From: Health Plan of San Joaquin Pharmacy Department Subject: Mandatory Reporting of Immunization Information Business: Medi-Cal The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) strongly recommends that all Managed Care Plan (MCP) network providers report immunization information within 14 days of administering an immunization. The following […]
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Winn chosen as new member of Health Commission
March 7, 2018 / by Health Plan / News
San Joaquin County Board Supervisor Chuck Winn was appointed as a new member of the County’s Health Commission. The announcement was made by Greg Diederich, San Joaquin County Director of Health Care Services. The Health Commission is the governing board overseeing the Health Plan of San Joaquin. Read Article
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Drug Safety Communication: New Age Limit for Opioid Cough and Cold Medicines
February 28, 2018 / by Health Plan / Pharmacy Announcements
Prescription cough and cold medicines containing codeine or hydrocodone are available in combination with other medicines, such as antihistamines and decongestants, in prescription medicines to treat coughs and symptoms associated with allergies or the common cold. These medications may carry serious risks, including slowed or difficult breathing, misuse, abuse, addiction, overdose, and death, all of […]
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Formulary Update – The Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee has approved the following changes
February 28, 2018 / by Health Plan / Alerts, Pharmacy Announcements
Date: February 27, 2018 To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Physicians, Providers, and Pharmacies From: Health Plan of San Joaquin Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee Subject: Formulary Update – The Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee has approved the following changes Business: Medi-Cal Effective 05/02/2018, the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee has approved the following changes: Additions to […]
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San Joaquin board of supervisors appoints new commissioners for Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) governing board – Also, two returning commissioners
February 26, 2018 / by Health Plan / Press Releases
(French Camp, CA) – San Joaquin County Director of Health Care Services Greg Diederich – chair of the San Joaquin Health Commission – has announced that the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors has formally appointed a new member of the Health Commission, the governing board of Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ). He is […]
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Coordination of Benefits Agreement (COBA)
February 26, 2018 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: February 26, 2018 To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Practitioners and Providers From: HPSJ Claims Department Subject: Coordination of Benefits Agreement (COBA) Business: Medi-Cal Great News!! In accordance with the transaction and code sets adopted by the Secretary of Health & Human Services through a final rule published in 45 CFR 162, Health […]
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