September 25, 2017 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Halloween Safety Tips Halloween can be a spooky time for kids. Health Plan of San Joaquin wants to make sure all kids have a scary good time, not an unsafe one. Falls, cuts, burns and being in the way of a moving car are common ways that kids get hurt on Halloween. San Joaquin Safe […]
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October is Health Literacy Month
September 25, 2017 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) celebrates Health Literacy Month in October! Health literacy is being able to read and grasp information in order to get the health services you need. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says, “Nine out of 10 adults struggle to understand and use health information when it is […]
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Halloween Safety Tips
September 25, 2017 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Halloween Safety Tips Halloween can be a spooky time for kids. Health Plan of San Joaquin wants to make sure all kids have a scary good time, not an unsafe one. Falls, cuts, burns and being in the way of a moving car are common ways that kids get hurt on Halloween. San Joaquin Safe […]
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Provider Appointment Availability Survey (PAAS)
September 18, 2017 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: September 18, 2017 To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Providers and Practitioners From: Health Plan of San Joaquin Network Services Subject: Provider Appointment Availability Survey (PAAS) Business: Medi-Cal HPSJ is required to perform an annual Provider Appointment Availability Survey, as mandated by the California Department of Managed HealthCare (DMHC). The success of this […]
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HEALTH PLAN OF SAN JOAQUIN (HPSJ) CELEBRATES FRUITS AND VEGGIES – MORE MATTERS MONTH, ALL SEPTEMBER
September 11, 2017 / by Health Plan / Press Releases
(French Camp, CA) – September is Fruits and Veggies – More Matters Month, a health initiative spearheaded by the Produce for Better Health Foundation. The foundation has partnered with the federal government’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help spread the word about the health benefits of eating more fruits and veggies. This […]
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Provider Appointment Availability Survey (PAAS) – Coming Soon!
September 6, 2017 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: September 6, 2017 To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Providers and Practitioners From: Health Plan of San Joaquin Subject: Provider Appointment Availability Survey (PAAS) Coming soon! Business: Medical HPSJ is required to perform an annual Provider Appointment Availability Survey, as mandated by the California Department of Managed HealthCare (DMHC). The success of this […]
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Eligibility Resolved! Updated Member Eligibility
September 2, 2017 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: September 2, 2017 (5:00 a.m.) To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Providers and Pharmacies From: Health Plan of San Joaquin Subject: Eligibility Resolved! Updated Member Eligibility Business: Medical Effective Now – Member eligibility has been updated. The correct September 2017 eligibility files are now reflected through all normalchannels (DRE provider portal, HPSJ IVR, […]
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Eat More Fruits and Veggies for Healthy Living
August 15, 2017 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
September is Fruits and Veggies – More Matters Month, a health initiative spearheaded by the Produce for Better Health Foundation. The foundation has partnered with the federal government’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help spread the word about the health benefits of eating more fruits and veggies. This health initiative focuses on […]
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Learn about ways to promote healthy growth in children and prevent obesity
August 15, 2017 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Health Plan of San Joaquin observes National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September, and recognizes that childhood obesity is a major public health problem all year long. Maintaining a healthy weight is a vital part of overall health for our members. HPSJ knows that childhood obesity is a complex problem. It must be addressed using […]
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Change – Prior Authorization Requirements for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
August 9, 2017 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: August 9, 2017 To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Practitioners and Providers From: HPSJ Medical Management Department Subject: Change – Prior Authorization Requirements for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Business: Medi-Cal Effective October 11, 2017 Background Previously, in an effort to support our providers, HPSJ removed the prior authorization requirement for an initial […]
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Check Run & Remittance Advice (835) posting schedule update
August 4, 2017 / by Health Plan / Alerts
Date: August 4, 2017 To: Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) Providers and Billing Offices From: Provider Services Department Subject: Check Run & Remittance Advice (835) posting schedule update Business: Medi-Cal, MCAP (Medi-Cal Access Program, previously known as AIM) Effective Immediately, HPSJ has implemented a change in Check Run Dates and the ability to view […]
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