Blue Review
A Provider Publication

July 2022

Provider Hot Topics Summary: Second Quarter 2022

Our Provider Network Consultants (PNCs) host Provider Hot Topics webinars the first week of each month. The PNCs use this online forum to share upcoming initiatives, program updates and general network announcements. They also review recent communications – like Blue Review articles and News and Updates notices – to call out important details and address provider questions.

PNC ‘Top Three’ Picks (Q2 2022)
We know you may not be able to make it to every Hot Topics webinar, so our PNCs have compiled a list of the top hot topics from the previous quarter. If you don’t want to miss what was top of mind this spring, we hope you enjoy and find this snapshot useful.

  1. Here’s the most frequently asked question we received from providers in Q2 of 2022 (and our answer):

    Q – With the 90-day attestation requirements as outlined in the Consolidate Appropriations Act (CAA), how do I go about updating my information?
    A – The best and easiest way to attest to your provider information is via the Provider Data Management module on Availity® Essentials. Another option is via our online Demographic Change Form. Details on both of these options, as well as additional information related to the CAA, may be found on our Provider website here.

  2. Here’s the top Blue Review article we think you should go back and read again:

    3. Telehealth Information for Provider Directories: What We’re Collecting and How to Make Updates (May 2022)

  3. Here’s one of the most important News and Updates, in case you missed it:

    What to Include When Emailing Our Provider Network Consultant Team (Posted Feb. 22, 2022)  

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going
Register for this month’s Provider Hot Topics webinar on July 14, 2022, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Our PNCs look forward to connecting with you.

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