BH providers must take action now to prepare for November 1, 2023 to avoid nonpayment when Magellan of Virginia BHSA sunsets:

All authorizations and registrations should be submitted to Acentra (Kepro) starting 11/1. Please refer to the DMAS memo for more information on authorizations.

All claims should be billed to Conduent starting 11/1. Please refer to the DMAS memo for more information on EFT and claims.

Task Force on Primary Care

Governor Northam recently announced the creation of a Task Force on Primary Care in partnership with the Virginia Center for Health Innovation (VCHI) and Secretary of Health and Human Resources Daniel Carey. The Task Force’s goal is to find solutions and support for providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

External Resources
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Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS)
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Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
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Fact sheet: Virginia’s Behavioral Health Services Administrator (Magellan)
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Virginia 2-1-1
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Mental Health America of Virginia
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Virginia Advance Directives