NC Department of Health and Human Services

NC Medicaid Behavioral Health Providers!     Join us for an upcoming Behavioral Health National Accreditation Updates Webinar on Wednesday, May 13, from 12–1 p.m.    Topics include NCTracks updates, new national accreditation requirements for the Community/Behavioral Health taxonomy 251S00000X, Community Intervention Services (CIS), Innovations Waiver Services, and provider enrollment guidance.    All impacted providers are encouraged to attend.     Register Now: https://lnkd.in/e4GCHZMa 

📣 Looking for a career where you can make a real difference? J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton is hosting a two day hiring event on May 13 and 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. Explore opportunities in direct care, nursing, clinical support, maintenance and more. Attendees can learn about available positions, participate in on site interviews, and may even receive a same day conditional offer. Join a team dedicated to supporting North Carolinians with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Learn more https://lnkd.in/eRAgUHSA

North Carolina’s response to measles shows what is possible when communities and public health work together. We are now more than 42 days past the last reported measles case in North Carolina, with no signs of additional spread at this time. This progress reflects the efforts of schools, providers, faith communities, local leaders, community-based organizations, health workers, and families across the state who helped share trusted information, support vaccination, answer questions, and protect children. Public health works best when it is local, trusted, and connected. Thank you to everyone who played a role in this response. As measles outbreaks continue in other states and countries, we remain ready and encourage partners to stay informed through North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services resources. Please watch and share this message from Dr. Zack Moore ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eMvdkVEX

NCDHHS has appointed Melanie Bush as the next Deputy Secretary of Medicaid, where she will help lead strategy, operations and oversight for NC Medicaid. With more than 3 million North Carolinians relying on Medicaid for essential health coverage, this role is critical to ensuring access to care, supporting providers and strengthening the overall system. Bush brings extensive experience from her previous leadership roles within NCDHHS, including guiding major efforts like managed care transformation, Medicaid expansion and the unwinding of continuous coverage following the COVID-19 public health emergency. As the health care landscape continues to evolve, NCDHHS remains focused on maintaining access, improving quality and supporting communities across North Carolina. Learn more ➡️ ncdhhs.gov/press-releases

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has named Maggie Woods as Director of the Rural Health Transformation Program, a key initiative focused on improving health care access and outcomes across rural communities. Backed by $213 million in federal funding, the program will support more than 400 rural health facilities and address critical needs including workforce capacity, hospital sustainability and access to primary care and behavioral health services. Woods brings a strong background in public service and expanding access to resources, most recently leading efforts to close the digital divide across North Carolina. This work reflects a continued commitment to strengthening systems of care and ensuring all North Carolinians have access to the services they need. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e4YSm4J8

We’re pleased to share the release of the 2025 North Carolina State Health Assessment (SHA) — a valuable tool for understanding health trends, challenges, and opportunities across our state. The SHA builds on the Community Health Assessments (CHAs) led by Local Health Departments, bringing local perspectives together to identify statewide patterns and opportunities for coordinated action.    We encourage North Carolinians to explore the findings and consider how they can support planning, grant development, and action in your community.  Read the report: https://lnkd.in/enHH8giy  

We’re proud to share that NCDHHS is participating in the North Carolina Science Festival! As a statewide celebration of science, #NCSciFest features hundreds of STEAM events across the state during the month of April. From large-scale expos to relaxing nature activities, find more stellar adventures for the whole family at NCSciFest.org

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Looking forward to connecting with pharmacy providers during this upcoming NC Medicaid Direct webinar. Providers are invited to join an upcoming NC Medicaid Direct Pharmacy Provider Webinar to learn more about the transition to Prime Therapeutics State Government Solutions LLC (Prime) as the new Pharmacy Benefit Administrator (PBA) for NC Medicaid Direct. Date: March 20, 2026 Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m. (ET) Register: https://bit.ly/3NnU3ig During this session, NC Medicaid and Prime will provide important updates to help pharmacy providers prepare for the May 2, 2026, implementation, including: o Overview of the NC Medicaid Direct pharmacy transition o Claims processing updates o Prior authorization guidance o Pharmacy resources and provider support This webinar is an opportunity for pharmacy providers to learn about the transition and ensure readiness for upcoming changes.

NC Medicaid Pharmacy Update Beginning May 2, 2026, Prime Therapeutics State Government Solutions LLC (Prime) will serve as the Pharmacy Benefit Administrator (PBA). This transition is designed to enhance pharmacy operations while maintaining: ✅State Ownership and Oversight ✅Transparency ✅Continuity of Reimbursement ✅Commitment to Providers and Beneficiaries This transition applies to NC Medicaid Direct beneficiaries.  Pharmacy benefits for members enrolled in NC Medicaid Health Plans are not impacted.    Providers can access transition updates, payer specifications, and training resources on the PBA Portal: https://lnkd.in/eybR-FUM   Additional updates will be shared as implementation progresses.   #NCMedicaid #PharmacyBenefits #HealthcareLeadership #PBA