HHSC held a webinar on February 2, 2024, to discuss updates to postpartum coverage related to the March 1, 2024 implementation of House Bill (H.B.) 12 (88th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2023). The webinar provided information on the implementation of coverage extensions for Medicaid and CHIP recipients for 12 months after their pregnancy ends.
Key Details:
Attached, please find the written responses to MCO questions from the February 2, 2024, webinar in the PDF attached.
Additional Information:
As a reminder, the February 12, 2024, notice titled “12-Month Postpartum Eligibility Extension for Medicaid and CHIP Pregnant Members” provides additional information about the 12-month postpartum coverage, including resources that can be shared with providers (like PCPs, pediatricians, and OB/GYNs) and members.
Resources:
See additional resources on texashhs.org/postpartum
Next steps for Providers:
Providers should share this communication with their staff.
Community First Resources:
https://communityfirsthealthplans.com/provider-newsletter
https://communityfirsthealthplans.com/providers/
Contact:
Email ProviderRelations@cfhp.com or call 210-358-6294.