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E-News Update

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April 2, 2020

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Thank You to Our Heroes: We Are All in This Together

It is widely predicted by public health authorities that despite all of our collective mitigation efforts, the number of COVID-19 cases among nursing home residents and frontline caregivers will surge along with the statewide surge. Our number one priority is to provide you with the support and resources necessary to keep our facility staff safe and our residents well cared for. 

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MassHealth: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) — Guidance for Applicants and Members

MassHealth has issued the following COVID-19 related information for MassHealth members and applicants. In response to COVID-19, and to support the health and safety of our members and staff, all MassHealth Enrollment sites will be closed for walk-in visitors until further notice. If MassHealth members or applicants need support or have any questions they should contact the Customer Service Center at (800) 841-2900; TTY: (800) 497-4648. In addition, applicants can apply for benefits online at www.mahealthconnector.org

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Upcoming Webinars Offer Timely Information on New Federal and State Laws Related to COVID-19

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We appreciate the support of our Associate Members who are providing critical information on COVID-19 related financial and workforce laws and regulations. Please click on the individual links to register for these complimentary webinars.

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Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers

Resources to help support your front line staff

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Health Professional Volunteer for COVID-19 Relief

The state of Massachusetts is working with local providers and boards of health across the Commonwealth to find places where health professionals could volunteer to support their community.

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Status of Medicare Hearings and Appeals During COVID-19

Although the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) office space is closed to the general public, OMHA hearings and appeals processing measures are proceeding as scheduled.

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CMS Delays Release of SNF PEPPER Report

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced another measure to free up the attention of providers as they respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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In This Issue

  • Thank You to Our Heroes: We Are All in This Together
  • MassHealth: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) — Guidance for Applicants and Members
  • Upcoming Webinars Offer Timely Information on New Federal and State Laws Related to COVID-19
  • Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers
  • Health Professional Volunteer for COVID-19 Relief
  • Status of Medicare Hearings and Appeals During COVID-19
  • CMS Delays Release of SNF PEPPER Report

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