Notices, News, and Updates
All News and Updates
July 2026
Early Identification of PAD Can Help Prevent Limb Loss
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) remains underdiagnosed despite its association with increased risk of cardiovascular events, hospitalization, and lower extremity amputation.
July 2026
Before You Reach Out, Check the Portal
When addressing HEDIS® and Stars care gaps, you may already have some of the information you need.
July 2026
New Resource for Coding & Risk Adjustment Questions
Have a coding or documentation question?
July 2026
Ownership Change? Notification Required Within 35 Days
If your organization experiences a change in ownership, submit an updated Disclosure of Ownership and Control Interest Statement within 35 days.
July 2026
Annual Training & Attestations Due by Dec. 31
To maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, participating Medicare providers must complete annual Model of Care (MOC) training and submit the associated attestation by December 31, 2026.
July 2026
August Capitation Payment Timing Change
Monthly capitation payments will be processed approximately two days later than the current schedule.
July 2026
Your VNS Health Medicare Patients May Receive the Health Outcomes Survey
Beginning in August and continuing through November, some of your VNS Health Medicare (HMO) patients may receive the Health Outcomes Survey (HOS) from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
July 2026
[Webinar] Strengthen Documentation and Close Gaps – In Just 1 Hour
In just one hour, you’ll learn practical ways to strengthen documentation, address common gaps, and better reflect your patients’ health status—without adding extra work to your day.
April 2026
Supporting Members Through PCP Attribution Updates
To help members stay connected to the providers they see most often, we recently updated Primary Care Provider (PCP) assignments for individuals whose claims and visit history show they regularly receive care from a different PCP than the one listed on their ID card.
April 2026
Glycemic Status Assessment: Supporting Proactive Diabetes Care
Annual A1C testing helps catch uncontrolled diabetes early, guide treatment, and prevent avoidable complications. Timely testing and follow-up can improve outcomes for members and support quality performance.