Provider Vaccine Incentive Program
| Date: | November 11, 2021 |
| To: | Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) All Primary Care Providers (PCP)* *Please note that this alert excludes Federal Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), a separate Provider Alert will be distributed for FQHC. |
| Provider Alert Type: | Informational/Education |
| From: | Health Plan of San Joaquin |
| Subject: | Provider Vaccine Incentive Program |
| Business: | Medi-Cal |
Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) serves the Medi-Cal population in both San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties. With a combined membership of over 370,000, HPSJ has a large impact on the health of some of our most vulnerable communities. In late August 2021, 36% of the Medi-Cal population received one or both COVID 19 vaccinations. HPSJ has positioned itself to create new tactics and collaborate with, providers, county public health departments and community-based organizations to develop targeted messaging for engaging the community in enhancing current vaccination efforts. HPSJ understands the power of partnership, collaboration and implementing best practices for promoting successful communities.
To help support its Providers in this effort, Health Plan of San Joaquin will provide an incentive for increasing the rate of vaccination for your assigned members. From September 23rd-March 6th, you are eligible to receive a $100-dollar incentive per member vaccinated. To be eligible for the incentive your members must receive at least one dose by the date listed above, Single dose vaccine’s count as well. Payouts will be based in the number of vaccines at the end of the following periods.
- Member vaccinated from September 23rd- October 31
- Members vaccinated November 1st- January 2nd
- Members vaccinated January 3rd-March 6th.
To receive payment, the plan must receive the signed attestation from your office verifying the vaccine information, member information, and the Provider or Health Centers information. Please pass along the above information to your billing company, if applicable. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Department at 1.888.936.PLAN (7526).